Durban, Oct. 11 -- The third day of the Test series opener between South Africa and Australia in Durban as part of the ICC World Test Championship 2025-27 proved to be an entertainer as South Africa fought back after early struggles to keep the game in the balance.

Following Matt Renshaw's impeccable 190-run knock on Day 2 in Durban, which took Aussies to 390 runs, South Africa began Day 3 at 27/1, trailing Australia by 363 runs.

Aiden Markram and David Bedingham rebuilt the innings with a steady approach before centurion Renshaw and Mitchell Starc combined to dismiss Markram (37 in 67 balls, with seven fours), ending an 84-run partnership between the pair, as per ICC.

Steve Smith then showcased his exceptional catching skills, taking ...