A 154-run 6th-wicket stand helps South Africa recover before setting up a tense final day

Last updated: October 30, 2026 | 22:05

South Africa's Ryan Rickelton plays a shot on day four of the third Test against Australia at Newlands stadium in Cape Town on October 30, 2026. AFP

Cape Town: Former schoolmates Ryan Rickelton and Wiaan Mulder hit centuries and swung the series-deciding third Test in South Africa's favour at Newlands on Friday.

Rickelton made 101 and Mulder 115 before South Africa were bowled out for 387 in the last over of the fourth day, setting Australia a target of 288 runs to win on the final day.

The series between the two leading Test nations is tied at 1-1.

Rickelton and Mulder both attended the elite St Stithians College, north of Johannesburg.

"It was really special," said Rickelton.…