Australia close in on victory as Smith faces concussion assessment

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  Australia moved close to victory in the first Test against South Africa in Durban.

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  South Africa were 4/102 at stumps, chasing a target of 421, with a day left.

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  Australia needed six wickets to take a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.

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  Steve Smith missed the field after a bouncer from Anrich Nortje struck his helmet.

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  Cricket Australia’s medical team assessed Smith for concussion later in the day.

Who

Australia and South Africa are playing in the first Test. Steve Smith is undergoing a concussion assessment.

What

Australia are close to victory, while Smith’s availability is in doubt after being struck on the helmet.

When

On day four of the first Test, with one day left.

Where

Kingsmead stadium in Durban, South Africa.

Why

Australia need six wickets to win after setting South Africa a target of 421. Smith was assessed after a bouncer struck his helmet.

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