Cape Town, Oct. 27 -- Mitchell Starc claimed six wickets as Australia fought back to bowl South Africa out for 329 on Day 1 of the third Test at Newlands, after the hosts made a strong start through an opening partnership of 158 runs by Aiden Markram and Marques Ackerman.

After Australia captain Pat Cummins won the toss and elected to field, South Africa dominated the opening session, reaching 140 without loss at lunch. Marques Ackerman struck an unbeaten 82 off 75 balls, while Aiden Markram supported him with an unbeaten 56 off 87 balls.

Ackerman continued his aggressive approach after the break, but Nathan Lyon ended the opening partnership by stumping him for 95, denying the batter a century.

After the opening breakthrough, South Af...