Australia Sets 421-Run Target as South Africa Reaches 102/4 at Stumps on Day 4

Australia moved into a dominant position on Day 4 of the first Test in Durban, declaring at 314/6 to set South Africa a 421-run target. In response, the Proteas struggled to 102/4 by stumps at Kingsmead, leaving them needing another 319 runs with only six wickets in hand. Matt Renshaw led Australia's charge with 82 runs before claiming the key wicket of Temba Bavuma late in the day.

Josh Hazlewood took two early wickets, dismissing Ryan Rickelton and David Bedingham to disrupt the chase. Aiden Markram held firm for South Africa, finishing unbeaten on 45 from 115 balls heading into the final day. Steve Smith was struck on the helmet by an Anrich Nortje bouncer during Australia's innings and did not field.