Quick hits: Sore Smith doesn't return as Marnus throws it away on horror day
3 sources·Updated October 21, 2026
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- ABC Australia Top·5h agoScatterbrained Australian approach opens door to South African victory
Australia shows a needless sense of urgency at the crease on day four and it backfires spectacularly as South Africa takes firm control in Gqeberha.
Read at ABC Australia Top → - The West Sport·8h agoSmith available to help lead Australia's day-five fight
Steve Smith struggled with a stiff neck when batting in the first innings of the Gqeberha Test, but Australia are confident he'll be better second time around.
Read at The West Sport → - ABC Sport AU·19h agoSmith to return despite injury as Australia looks to save second Test
Steve Smith will be one of six Australia wickets that South Africa has to pry out on day five in Gqeberha as it looks to level the Test series at 1-1.
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