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Rickelton, Mulder Lead South Africa's Charge
30 Oct
Summary
- Rickelton and Mulder formed an unbeaten century partnership.
- South Africa holds a 194-run lead over Australia.
- The series is tied 1-1, with this Test deciding the winner.
South Africa established a commanding position on day four of the third Test against Australia, thanks to an unbeaten century partnership between Ryan Rickelton and Wiaan Mulder. By tea, the Proteas reached 294-5, extending their overall lead to 194 runs.
Rickelton was 83 not out, and Mulder remained unbeaten on 46, their 113-run stand frustrating the Australian bowlers. South Africa resumed the day on 140-4 and lost Matthew Breetzke for 43, but the lower order held firm.
This effort is critical in the series decider, as the three-match contest is tied 1-1. The winner will claim the number one position in the world Test rankings. Australia's Josh Inglis had previously noted the difficulty of chasing over 200 on the deteriorating Newlands pitch.
