Mitchell Starc’s 20th five‑wicket haul gave Australia a lifeline as South Africa collapsed from 203‑1 to 329 all out on day one of the decisive third Test at Newlands.
The South African batting line‑up, which had seemed in control at 203 for one, was dismantled in a swift collapse, leaving the hosts all out for 329 in their first innings.
Starc, who has now taken 20 five‑wicket hauls in Test cricket, was the main catalyst behind the Australian bowling attack, forcing the hosts into a precarious position early in the match.
The match, played at Newlands in Cape Town, is the final and decisive Test of the series, with the outcome now heavily favouring Australia after the South African collapse.
Australia’s recovery, sparked by Starc’s performance, puts the hosts in a strong position to secure the series win.
<small>Source: Sky Sports — read the original story there.</small>