South Africa Set 288 Target After Century Partnership

WicketPulse · 2026-10-31 · Original automated news brief

South Africa's second innings concluded at 387, with Ryan Rickelton and Wiaan Mulder scoring centuries. Their 154-run partnership for the sixth wicket was crucial in building the total. Matthew Breetzke was out early after a short delivery from Pat Cummins.

The innings ended at 387, leaving Australia with a target of 288 to win the series-deciding Test. The partnership between Rickelton and Mulder marked the second-highest for South Africa against Australia in this wicket category. The hosts' effort set up a challenging final day for the visitors.

Based on verified source reporting. Source: ICC ↗ · Source published 2026-10-30