South Africa Gains Momentum Despite Early Wickets Deber Bua AOS admitted to not being fully fit, leading to an early wicket for Australia by Mitchell Stark. Pat Cummins made a brilliant catch under pressure as South Africa struggled initially but began gaining momentum with boundaries from David Miller and others. Travis Head's partnership break was crucial, yet Miller’s explosive batting brought him a century while building significant pressure on the Australian bowlers.
Key Partnerships Revive Hope for South Africa Travis Head showcased his skills with rapid runs before falling victim to Kesav Maharaj, leaving South Africa in a precarious position at five down. Maxwell's dismissal added further tension; however, key partnerships formed that reignited hope for the Proteas. The innings saw excellent shots against tight bowling and culminated in breaking their losing streak against Australia after previous heavy defeats.