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Smith and Cummins put Australia in a strong position against South Africa
Australia moved into a strong position against South Africa on day three of a Test match at Kingsmead.
Smith and Cummins were highlighted as key to that shift.
Being in the “box seat” means Australia had the advantage at that point in the match.
The contest was still underway, so the update does not give a final result.
Australia’s position matters because it puts pressure on South Africa as the match continues.
No score or details about what happens next are provided.
Steve Smith and Pat Cummins put Australia in a strong position against South Africa.
Australia cornered South Africa on day three at Kingsmead, according to the Sydney Morning Herald.
The article analyses how Australia gained the advantage.
- Who
- Steve Smith and Pat Cummins helped Australia gain the advantage over South Africa.
- What
- Australia put South Africa under pressure on day three.
- When
- Day three; the date of the match is not stated.
- Where
- Kingsmead.
- Why
- Smith and Cummins helped Australia corner South Africa.
This story does not have two clearly opposing sides.
No direct quotes in the coverage so far.
This story does not have a timeline yet.
- Australian players
- Steve Smith and Pat Cummins
- Match day
- Day three
- Venue
- Kingsmead
Sources
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