Australia beat the Proteas by 214 runs in the first Test in Durban
Josh Hazlewood took eight wickets as the world Test champions fell behind in the three-match series.
By SitesNG Sports Desk · · 2 min read
South Africa's first Test since becoming world champions ended in a heavy defeat. Set 421 to win in Durban, the Proteas were bowled out on the fifth day on Tuesday 13 October 2026, and Australia won by 214 runs.
Aiden Markram dug in for 75 off 237 balls, but found little support. Fast bowler Josh Hazlewood took 6-49 in the second innings and eight wickets in the match.
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It was the first meeting between the sides since South Africa beat Australia in the 2025 World Test Championship final at Lord's. Australia now lead the three-Test series 1-0.
| Test | Venue | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | Durban | Australia won by 214 runs |
| 2nd | Gqeberha | 18 to 22 October |
| 3rd | Newlands, Cape Town | 27 to 31 October |
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Reporting by the SitesNG Sports Desk, based on reports from Al Jazeera, TimesLive, cricket.com.au. Published 13 October 2026 in the African Sports News weekly edition of 15 October 2026.
