Australia clawed its way back into the third Test, but big challenges await
Both Australia and South Africa will feel they had the better of certain moments on day one, setting up a fascinating second day's play.
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Both Australia and South Africa will feel they had the better of certain moments on day one, setting up a fascinating second day's play.
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