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South Africa look to re-establish Test credentials after Australia mauling

South Africa will seek to show their heady ascent to the ‌top of the Test cricket pile was no accident as they bid to level the series against Australia in the second Test, starting on Sunday in Gqeberha.

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Published: Saturday, 17 October 2026 at 8:35 AM

Key Things to Know

Kagiso Rabada will return for South Africa in the second Test against Australia following a break since May.
Australia leads the three-match series 1-0 after securing a 214-run victory in the opening Test in Durban.
South Africa coach Shukri Conrad is planning batting lineup changes, including omitting Tristan Stubbs.

The Story in 60 Seconds

South Africa will welcome back fast bowler Kagiso Rabada for his first appearance since May's Indian Premier League as they host Australia in the second Test in Gqeberha on Sunday. The hosts are aiming to bounce back and level the three-match series following an emphatic 214-run defeat in the opening Test in Durban.

Proteas coach Shukri Conrad is considering multiple changes to address batting fragility, with Tristan Stubbs omitted and Marques Ackerman potentially making his Test debut. Australia may manage bowling workloads after Josh Hazlewood took 6-49 in the first Test, while persistent rain is forecast for the opening days at St George's Park.

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South Africa look to re-establish Test credentials after Australia mauling

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