South Africa Holds Narrow Lead Over Australia in Third Test After Bavuma's Dismissal
South Africa ended day three with a 40-run lead and six wickets in hand as the Test decider continues at Newlands.
According to Cricket | The Guardian, South Africa closed the third day of the decisive third Test against Australia at Newlands with a lead of 40 runs, standing at 140 for four in their second innings. The team still has six wickets remaining as they aim to set a challenging target for Australia.
Key contributions came from Temba Bavuma, who scored 35 before being dismissed late in the day, and Rassie van der Dussen, who was out for 62. Matthew Breetzke and Ryan Rickelton will resume batting on the fourth morning with scores of 19 and 8 respectively.
South Africa's position remains precarious but they are looking to build a total that will put pressure on Australia's batting lineup in the final innings of the match.
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