Australia Make Cautious Start on Day 2 of Final Test in Cape Town

Australia's openers began day two of the third Test against South Africa with a watchful approach, reaching 5 for no loss after the first two overs at Newlands in Cape Town. Matt Renshaw was on 5, having faced all 12 deliveries, while his partner Travis Head was yet to get off the mark.

Playing under bright, sunny skies, the Australian innings was opened by the left-handed pair of Renshaw and Head The Guardian — Cricket. South African pacer Kagiso Rabada started the proceedings and was reported to have generated good bounce and carry with the new ball. Renshaw scored the first runs of the day with a square drive for four off a low full toss from Rabada, followed by a single from the final ball of the over.

Marco Jansen bowled the second over and challenged Renshaw, getting the ball to move away and beating the outside edge on one occasion. Renshaw maintained a defensive strategy, leaving balls outside the off-stump where possible.

Series Finale at Newlands

This match is the final Test of the series between the two nations The Guardian — Cricket. The contest is taking place at the iconic Newlands ground, with play on the second day commencing under clear blue skies NDTV Sports — Cricket.