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Ryan Rickelton says all three results possible ahead of final day in Cape Town

South Africa's Ryan Rickelton scored 101 as the Proteas posted 387 in their second innings, setting Australia a target of 288 runs to win the decisive third Test at Newlands.

Published: Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 5:44 AM
Ryan Rickelton says all three results possible ahead of final day in Cape Town
Key Things to Know
  • Ryan Rickelton stated all three results remain possible on day five of the third Test against Australia.
  • South Africa declared at 387 in their second innings, setting Australia a fourth-innings target of 288 runs.
  • Rickelton scored an unbeaten 101 and Wiaan Mulder scored 115 in South Africa's second innings.
The Story in 60 Seconds

South African batter Ryan Rickelton stated that all results remain possible entering day five of the decisive third Test against Australia at Newlands. The Proteas declared their second innings at 387, setting Australia a target of 288 runs to win the match and decide the 1-1 series.

Rickelton scored an unbeaten 101, alongside Wiaan Mulder's 115, to lead South Africa's effort. He noted that Newlands' slow, deteriorating pitch will present a difficult challenge for Australia to maintain the required scoring rate to chase down the target.

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