The first men's cricket Test between South Africa and Australia is poised for its final day, with South Africa needing 319 further runs to win and Australia requiring six wickets for victory. South Africa is currently four wickets down.
Aiden Markram and Wiaan Mulder are currently batting, but the chase is considered unlikely given the remaining backup. However, a draw remains a plausible outcome if South Africa can bat for a sufficient number of overs.
Bad light has previously stopped play early throughout this Test, suggesting a draw could be achieved in fewer than the full 90 overs, potentially 60, 70, or 80 overs. The forecast for Durban predicts sunny and pleasant weather until 3pm, after which thick clouds are expected, potentially leading to further stoppages due to bad light.
Australian player Steve Smith participated in warm-ups today after being kept from fielding yesterday as a concussion precaution following a head knock from Anrich Nortje while batting.