Josh Inglis scores 85 to put Australia ahead in Cape Town Test
Inglis made 85 and Carey 51 to push Australia to 330-4, one run ahead of South Africa's 329.
Australia reached a strong position on day two at Cape Town after South Africa's batters had pegged them back twice. Travis Head and Matthew Renshaw started promisingly before the home attack struck hard.
Josh Inglis and Alex Carey responded with a 145-run partnership that swung the match. Inglis played aggressively, hitting sixes and fours off South Africa's leading bowlers, while Carey steadied the innings between attacking moments.
By close of play, Inglis sat on 85 and Carey on 51, with Australia leading by one run and six wickets still in hand. Day three offers Australia a chance to build a decisive advantage.
- 85
- Josh Inglis score
- 51
- Alex Carey score
- 145
- Partnership runs
- One run
- Australia's lead
Why it mattersAustralia moves into the driving seat in a live Test match, with a lead and batting depth to press home.
AustraliaAustralian cricket fans are watching live, and the team is now positioned to win a Test series away from home.
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