The spin of Nathan Lyon and the reverse swing of Mitchell Starc sent South Africa crashing on the second day of the first Test against Australia at Kingsmead on Friday. South Africa were bowled out for 162 shortly before the close, giving Australia a lead of 189 runs on the first innings. AB de Villiers played almost a lone hand for South Africa, making 71 not out. On a pitch which has proved even slower than predicted by both captains, left-arm spinner Keshav Maharaj took five for 123 for South Africa. South Africa left reelingHe had almost immediate success, catching Elgar off his own bowling with his second delivery.

Source: dna March 02, 2018 17:03 UTC