Nathan Lyon's late wicket of Temba Bavuma leaves Australia in control of the third Test on day three in Cape Town

Summary

On day three of the third men's Test between South Africa and Australia at Newlands in Cape Town, South Africa had lost four wickets and held a lead of just 40 runs when Nathan Lyon claimed the wicket of Temba Bavuma in the shadows of stumps, leaving Australia in control of the series decider. Live coverage recorded Australia on 338 for four in the 93rd over, with Josh Inglis on 90 and Carey on 54, while Wiaan Mulder bowled for South Africa, who were desperate for an early breakthrough.

Timeline

1. ABC

   29 Oct 2026, 07:35 UTCSource ↗

   ABC reports that South Africa had lost four wickets and held a lead of just 40 runs when Nathan Lyon claimed the wicket of Temba Bavuma in the shadows of stumps on day three in Cape Town.

2. The Guardian

   29 Oct 2026, 09:00 UTCSource ↗

   The Guardian reports Australia on 338 for four in the 93rd over of the third men's Test at Newlands, with Josh Inglis on 90 and Carey on 54, as Wiaan Mulder bowled for South Africa, who were desperate for an early breakthrough.