Brief
Matt Renshaw scores career-best 190 as Australia seize control in Durban Test
Renshaw's innings helped Australia recover from early wickets and set a new Australian ninth‑wicket record at the venue.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Matt Renshaw compiled a career-best 190 to put Australia in control during the first Test against South Africa at Kingsmead, Durban, according to dailytimes.com.pk.
What happened
Australia were dismissed for 390 on day one. On day two they were 124 for six before Renshaw and captain Pat Cummins forged an 86‑run seventh‑wicket partnership, with Cummins adding 43. Renshaw then partnered with Nathan Lyon for a 134‑run ninth‑wicket stand, a new Australian record for that wicket against South Africa at the venue. He faced 397 balls and reached 190 before being caught behind off Simon Harmer.
What the reports add
The article notes that South African all‑rounder Wiaan Mulder took four for 68, dismissing both Cummins and Mitchell Starc, and that the pitch may offer more movement as the match progresses, according to Mulder.
What was said
Mulder praised Renshaw’s discipline and shot selection, saying he handled the situation effectively.
Key facts
- Matt Renshaw scored 190 in the Durban Test (dailytimes.com.pk)
- Australia were 124 for six before Renshaw's partnership (dailytimes.com.pk)
- Renshaw and Nathan Lyon added 134 runs for the ninth wicket (dailytimes.com.pk)
- Wiaan Mulder took four wickets for 68 runs (dailytimes.com.pk)
Sources
- [1] dailytimes.com.pk — originally reported as “Renshaw’s career-best 190 puts Australia in control against South Africa”
