Rain causes abandonment of day one in South Africa vs Australia second men's Test at St George's Park
The first day of the second men's Test between South Africa and Australia at St George's Park, Gqeberha, was abandoned due to persistent rain. South Africa began their innings with two wickets lost for 12 runs in 12 overs before the umpires called off play. Australian bowler Scott Boland took the two early wickets. The weather forecast suggests poor conditions will continue, posing challenges for the match progression. South Africa made several team changes with debutant Marques Ackerman opening the batting, while Australia chose to bowl first after winning the toss. The match is part of a competitive series with important World Test Championship points at stake.