Australia fielded the oldest playing XI in their men's Test history in the first Test against South Africa in Durban on Friday, with all 11 players aged 30 or above. It was the first time in 149 years that an…
Australia fielded the oldest playing XI in their men's Test history against South Africa in Durban on Friday, marking the first time in 149 years without a player in their 20s. Captain Pat Cummins' side held an average age of 34.59, featuring all 11 players aged 30 or older. Spinner Nathan Lyon was the oldest at 38, while Matt Renshaw was the youngest at 30.
On the field, South Africa reduced Australia to 187/6 before rain and bad light halted play on Day 1. Marnus Labuschagne top-scored with 37, while Steve Smith scored 25, passing Steve Waugh to become Australia's third-highest run-scorer in men's Test history.
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