Australia's experienced bowlers dominate South Africa in first Test in Durban

In the first Test match in Durban, Australia's veteran bowling quartet—Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, Pat Cummins, and Nathan Lyon—delivered a strong performance to dismiss South Africa for 284 runs. Australia had already posted 390 runs and led by 139 with a score of 33-0 on day three. Despite criticism of the team's age and recent defeats, the quartet, which has played together for nine years, remains highly effective, claiming 607 Test wickets collectively. Steve Smith contributed significantly in the field with three impressive catches, surpassing Joe Root for the most catches by a non-wicketkeeper in Test history with 223. Australia's bowling depth showed resilience and precision, particularly with Cummins taking three wickets, securing their control over the match.