South Africa are fighting back, and doing it in grinding fashion. Aiden Markram is holding his own after reaching his half-century, while on the other hand, Wiaan Mulder is holding his own too.
The duo have completed their half-century stand in 134 balls.
South Africa are looking extremely solid, with both Aiden Markram and Wiaan Mulder defending like their lives depend on it. It looks like the home side are playing for a draw, unless and until they plan to accelerate in the later stages.
Aiden Markram had slammed a very crucial half-century early on Day 5. He looks calm and composed and he needs to maintain this very composure, if South Africa aim to win or draw this Test. Pat Cummins and his team of bowlers will look to get his wicket to topple the Proteas lineup.
The action as begun on the final day of the 1st Test as both South Africa and Australia aim for a win. The Aussies hold the upper hand as they need 6 wickets to win. Meanwhile, it is Aiden Markram that holds the key for South Africa, as they need a herculean effort to win this game.
Batting first, Australia were in trouble as they lost 6 wickets for 124 runs in the first innings. However, the visitors registered a stellar fightback as they managed to score 390, and were led by Matt Renshaw who slammed 190 runs. South Africa were then all out for 284, with Pat Cummins leading the charge with a three-wicket haul. Leading by 106 runs, Australia declared at 314/6, with Renshaw again top scoring with 82 runs. At the end of Day 4, Australia were on top as South Africa were reeling at 102/4, thus needing 319 to win on the final day of the match.
Hello and welcome to Kingsmead in Durban as we bring to you all the latest updates from the thrilling Day 5 of the 1st Test match between Australia and South Africa. It will be an intense day of action as both sides eye a win.