Nic Maddinson sets record with 33-ball duck as Australia struggles in Durban Test
Nic Maddinson was recalled for the Australian Test cricket team after recovering from testicular cancer diagnosed in April 2025. On day one of the first Test in Durban against South Africa, Maddinson faced 33 balls without scoring, marking the longest scoreless streak by an Australian opener in Test history and the third longest globally. Australia’s top order struggled, ending the day 187-6 with Matt Renshaw unbeaten on 46. The Australian team included several players over 30 years old, highlighting concerns about an aging lineup amid a demanding Test schedule through to the next Ashes series. Cricket Australia defended the selection despite criticism, noting a lack of promising alternatives in domestic cricket.