Day 2 of South Africa vs Australia second Test: 30 overs possible after rain
Rain reduced day two to a single session where Australia took two more South African wickets.
Play resumed for approximately 30 overs on day two of the second Test between South Africa and Australia at St George's Park after rain washed out the first two sessions. South Africa resumed their first innings on 20 for 2 and lost two more wickets to slip to 58 for 4.
Scott Boland added to his two wickets from day one by removing debutant Marques Ackerman, while Mitchell Starc dismissed Matthew Breetzke. Temba Bavuma remained unbeaten on 28 as Australia maintained their advantage following their first-innings total.
Josh Hazlewood missed the day's play due to illness but is expected to be available for the remainder of the match. South Africa lead the World Test Championship standings and both teams remain focused on qualification for the 2027 final.
Filed under South AfricaScott BolandMitchell StarcTemba BavumaJosh Hazlewood