Rabada's stomach cramps hamper Proteas as Australia seizes Test control
Kagiso Rabada battled stomach cramps and took no wickets. Australia reached 4-330 and seized Test control at Cape Town.
South Africa's bowling attack faltered on day two at Newlands. Star quicks Kagiso Rabada and Marco Jansen both battled illness and injury.
Rabada was announced as the world's number-one-ranked Test bowler that day. He struggled badly.
He took no wickets across 18 overs that cost 81 runs. He left the field three times with stomach cramps.
Jansen, the tall quick, needed treatment on field for stiffness. Australia reached 4-330 at stumps in reply to South Africa's first innings of 329.
This gave them the lead and control of the Test. Bowling coach Piet Botha said Rabada's stomach problem started during the day.
He hoped Rabada would recover. He rated the Proteas' bowling effort a six out of ten.
Australia batted without risk and built up runs. There was no lateral movement to attack.
- 18 overs
- Rabada overs bowled
- 81 runs
- Runs Rabada conceded
- 206 centimetres
- Jansen height
- 4-330
- Australia score at stumps
Why it mattersSouth Africa needs to recover both bowlers before day three. They need to rebuild their attack. If they don't, Australia will build an unbeatable lead. The series is already on the line.
AustraliaAustralia's strong position in the third Test against South Africa gives the side momentum in a series being played in the southern hemisphere.
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