Josh Hazlewood’s Six-Wicket Haul Powers Australia to 214-Run Win Over South Africa

Josh Hazlewood claimed six wickets as Australia defeated South Africa by 214 runs in the first Test at Kingsmead on Tuesday, taking a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.

Chasing 421, South Africa were bowled out for 206 on the final day, with Hazlewood finishing with figures of 6/49. Matt Renshaw also contributed two wickets after scoring 190 and 82 across Australia’s two innings. South Africa resumed at 102/4, requiring another 319 runs.

Aiden Markram fought hard with 75 off 237 balls, including a 69-run partnership with Wiaan Mulder, who scored 29. However, Hazlewood dismissed Mulder and Kyle Verreynne before bowling Marco Jansen for 35 to complete his 15th five-wicket haul in Test cricket.

Mitchell Starc removed Markram, while Hazlewood dismissed Anrich Nortje to seal victory. Earlier, Australia scored 390 in their first innings before restricting South Africa to 284. Australia declared at 314/6 in their second innings, setting up a comprehensive win. The defeat ended Temba Bavuma’s unbeaten record as Test captain.

The second Test begins in Gqeberha on October 18.