Australia vs South Africa LIVE: Inglis reaches his second Test ton, but star South African spinner has the last laugh
In the second Test against South Africa in Cape Town, Josh Inglis has reached his second Test century, but the star South African spinner, Simon Harmer, has had the last laugh. Inglis' century was a crucial contribution to Australia's innings, which reached 330-4 at the close of play on day two, leaving them 144 runs behind South Africa's total of 329.
Inglis' century was a counterpunching effort, with the wicketkeeper-batter adopting a traditional style of play, scoring 85 runs off 145 balls. He was well-supported by Alex Carey, who was unbeaten on 51 at the close of play. The two wicketkeeper-batters added 145 runs for the fifth wicket, with Carey tending to defence between moments of creative scoring.
However, Harmer was the star of the show, taking two crucial wickets, including that of Marnus Labuschagne, who was given out caught behind off a ball that would have carried past the stumps. Harmer also had Matthew Renshaw given not out to a beautiful ball that drifted across the left-hander, spun back past the edge, and hit his back pad, but was umpire's call for height.
The match is now poised for an exciting day three, with Australia looking to move into a decisive lead, while South Africa will be looking to rein them in. The stage is set for a thrilling conclusion to the Test match.
