SA vs AUS 4th-Test: Proteas on top against sorry Aussies
What's the story
South Africa have gained serious momentum against Australia in the ongoing fourth Test with a 401-run lead. The hosts ended Day 3 at 134/3 in 56 overs after dismissing Australia for 221 runs in their first innings. Dean Elgar (39*) and Faf du Plessis (34*) are at the crease and have already forged a 40-run stand for the fourth wicket.
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Markram 2nd fastest Proteas to reach 1000 Test runs
Earlier today, Aiden Markram became the second fastest South African to 1,000 Test runs (18 innings), just behind @GraemeSmith49! 🇿🇦💪🏽 pic.twitter.com/jLmajCxdVo
— ICC (@ICC) April 1, 2018
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South Africa rally on to gain crucial grip
After gaining a 267-run lead in the first innings, South Africa did not disappoint when they came out to bat for the second time. Aiden Markram and Elgar added 54 runs for the first wicket to lay the platform. Hashim Amla (16) and AB de Villiers (6) departed quickly, but the pair of Elgar and Faf made sure no more damage was done.
Contribution
Pat Cummins deserves a praise
Pat Cummins fought valiantly for Australia and showed why he is a player of pedigree. He hit a crucial fifty to soothe Aussies, who were reeling at 96/6 at one stage. Cummins shared a 99-run stand with Tim Paine. He also picked up two crucial wickets of Markram and ABD in the second innings. He charged in hard and got the rewards.
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South Africa will look to wrap things up quickly
The Proteas will be wanting to get things done quickly and win the game on Monday itself. The duo of Elgar and Faf will core quickly in the first session and build on the lead. Aussies are on the verge of losing the series 3-1.