Faf du Plessis won the toss for the first time in the series and decided to bat.

There was plenty of support for both teams in what has been a highly competitive series.

Aiden Markram departed without scoring, edging Josh Hazlewood to Steven Smith.

Dean Elgar and Hashim Amla steadied South Africa with a good stand.

Hashim Amla and Dean Elgar remained unbeaten at Lunch, helping South Africa to a good position.

Josh Hazlewood struck soon after Lunch, picking up his second wicket with the dismissal of Hashim Amla.

Dean Elgar and AB de Villiers were involved in a century partnership to lead South Africa forward.

Dean Elgar registered his 11th Test ton.

Pat Cummins led Australia's remarkable turnaround as South Africa lost wickets in a heap in the final session.

Pat Cummins picked up four as South Africa ended Day 1 at 266 for 8.