Inglis and Carey’s 145‑run stand lifts Australia to 330‑4, a one‑run edge over South Africa at Newlands

Inglis (85*) and Carey (51*) forged an unbeaten 145‑run partnership for the sixth wicket, propelling Australia to 330‑4 and handing the hosts a one‑run advantage as day three gets under way at Newlands.

The innings began with a tidy 5‑0 opening over, all twelve deliveries faced by Renshaw before a single on the sixth ball.

Inglis, looking every bit the rugged rugby‑type in his cricket whites, and the steady‑hand Carey have turned what could have been a modest total into a slender lead.

The crowd at Newlands, a venue that has seen more drama than a telenovela, watched the partnership push the Australian XI into a one‑run edge over South Africa.

The first ball in Cape Town was delivered at 10:30 am local time, with the Proteas hosting the series decider and Kagiso Rabada still fresh in the attack.

Australia now sits at 330‑4, a one‑run lead that leaves the Proteas with a narrow margin to chase as day three unfolds.