That's a wrap:The series is well-poised at 1-1, heading to Cape Town for the third Test that starts on March 22. Plenty of break time for both teams, which will rejuvenate them ahead of the crucial encounter. Join us again.
Live Cricket Score of South Africa vs Australia, 2nd Test, Day 4
Post-match comments:
Faf du Plessis: "My mind goes back to Dean and Hashim's partnership, the ball was reversing and if you can play like AB de Villiers you can always transfer pressure back onto the opposition. The first hour we bowled really well today, then went to the beach for 45 minutes or so but came back again. Absolute champion of a bowler Kagiso Rabada, absolutely love him. They were in a different class this game. AB looked like he was batting on a different wicket. Looking forward to big performances in the next two games from him. There were two guys - Starc and Rabada who would get maximum reverse, exceptional bowler. (About Rabada's possible suspension) we would want the best players to play in the series, we've got a challenge still, so expect to make our case.
Kagiso Rabada (MoM): "I'm glad. Put in the preparation and things worked out for me in this Test match. Always enjoyable bowling with the hard new rock. One to David Warner was quite special. Australia were never going to give in easily, they are not gonna roll over so had to go into the reserve tank. I could've bowled one or two more spells today but it was tough work."
Steven Smith: "They outplayed us in every aspect of the game. AB was unbelievable and probably the big difference in the game. We weren't too far away though. It was a tough decision (at the toss) but we battled through the tough period. Rabada bowled exceptionally well and opened up our middle-order in both innings. Unfortunately a target of 101 was well short. Yesterday morning was when the game got away from us. A lead of 140 was too much. Got AB out conventionally for the first time in the series which is nice. 1-1 at the halfway point - makes for an exciting series. We've got a few days off. We are excited for the Cape Town Test."
Rabada, De Villiers star in series-levelling win:
Theunis de Bruyn and Faf du Plessis ensure there are no further hiccups as South Africa reach the target with six wickets in hand to level the series. The lead characters in the victory are AB de Villiers and Kagiso Rabada, with the former's century and the latter's eleven wickets in the match helping South Africa win inside four days.
Amla, De Villiers depart as South Africa close in:
While de Villiers has played positively, Amla has supported him well in a steady partnership that has helped South Africa close in on victory. Amla, however, has departed after a 49-run stand, edging Cummins to the 'keeper. De Villiers follows soon after, coming down the track to Lyon only to give a catch to Bancroft at forward short leg. South Africa are 81 for 4, needing 20 more.
Australia lose review:
Hashim Amla was struck on the pads by Lyon and Australia felt it was close enough to warrant a review. However, replays revealed that the ball was turning too much and would have missed the stumps. Meanwhile, AB de Villiers is off to a positive start, dealing in boundaries as he helps South Africa past 50 with a six off Lyon.
Hazlewood strikes to remove Markram:
Looking to play away from the body, Markram gets an edge which is snapped up by Steven Smith at second slip. South Africa are 32 for 2. AB de Villiers is in. Can Australia send him back cheaply and put a scare in the South African camp?
Australia strike just before lunch:
While Markram has lived dangerously, he survives the testing period before Lunch. However, Dean Elgar had to depart before the break, getting a leading edge back to Lyon, which ended a 22-run opening stand.
Dropped:
Hazlewood finds the edge of Aiden Markram's bat but Australia miss a chance to send back the opener as Mitchell Marsh puts down a straightforward chance at first slip. South Africa are 7 for 0.
Target 101
Hazlewood frustrated South Africa a bit. He struck a few boundaries to ensure the lead touches three figures. But his approach also brings his downfall as South Africa finally end the 28-run stand with Keshav Maharaj picking up the last wicket. The target is 101 for the hosts, they should fancy themselves to level the series.
Meanwhile..Rabada's disciplinary issues continue to haunt him, with the ICC confirming on Monday morning that the fast bowler has been reported for a





