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Harmer: SA realise Australia batters are human and can be put under pressure

Spinners back SA to adapt to whatever Cape Town throws at them in the series decider…

Published: Friday, 23 October 2026 at 4:00 PM
Harmer: SA realise Australia batters are human and can be put under pressure
Key Things to Know
  • Simon Harmer said South Africa proved Australia's batters are human and vulnerable to sustained bowling pressure.
  • South Africa overcame being 40 for 4 in Gqeberha to level the Test series at 1-1.
  • Temba Bavuma scored 179 and shared a match-winning 183-run partnership with Harmer.
The Story in 60 Seconds

South Africa offspinner Simon Harmer highlighted the team's renewed belief after bouncing back to level the Test series against Australia at 1-1 in Gqeberha. Following a tough opening loss in Durban, Harmer explained that the Proteas realized Australia's batting lineup possesses vulnerabilities that can be exploited through disciplined bowling and consistent pressure.

After falling to 40 for 4, South Africa recovered behind Temba Bavuma's 179 and an eighth-wicket partnership of 183 with Harmer, who scored 82. The bowling attack subsequently claimed 20 wickets to secure the win, setting up a decisive final Test in Cape Town despite an injury concern for fast bowler Anrich Nortje.

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