Brief

Inglis and Carey give Australia edge in decisive South Africa Test

Australia led by one run after a strong second‑day partnership at Newlands.

By Felo News Desk · Published Thu, 29 Oct 2026 01:00:18 GMT

Josh Inglis scored an unbeaten 85 as Australia posted 330‑4 at the close of day two in the third Test against South Africa at Newlands, the Independent reported. The innings gave Australia a one‑run lead over South Africa’s 329 and placed them in control of the match. Inglis, drafted in for the injured Steve Smith, shared a 145‑run unbeaten fifth‑wicket stand with wicket‑keeper Alex Carey, who made 51 not out. Earlier, Matt Renshaw and Travis Head added 58 for the first wicket before Simon Harmer dismissed Head with his first ball. Marnus Labuschagne was out for a duck, caught by Aiden Markram off Harmer. The series is level at 1‑1, with the winner set to claim the No 1 spot in the Test rankings, currently held by Australia.

Key facts

• Josh Inglis made an unbeaten 85 in the third Test at Newlands. (independent.co.uk)
• Australia reached 330‑4, one run ahead of South Africa's 329. (independent.co.uk)
• Inglis and Alex Carey added an unbeaten 145‑run partnership for the fifth wicket. (independent.co.uk)
• The series is tied 1‑1 with the No 1 Test ranking at stake. (independent.co.uk)

Sources

• [1] independent.co.uk — originally reported as “Australia continue impressive fightback to edge ahead in decisive South Africa Test”