Former opener believes South African batters will struggle against seam bowling at St George's Park despite clear weather expected on day three.
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Former South Africa opener Alviro Petersen warned that Proteas batters will face tough conditions against Australia at St George's Park despite clear weather forecast for day three. South Africa reached 97/5 after rain limited play across the opening two days in Gqeberha, with Australian seamer Scott Boland taking 4/31.
Petersen noted that trapped moisture and significant grass coverage suit seam bowlers like Boland. He emphasized that South Africa's remaining batters, following the example of Temba Bavuma, must show mental fortitude and play the ball late to post a competitive total.
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