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Renshaw's 190 helps Australia dominate South Africa in first Test

Matthew Renshaw scored 190, his first Test century in nine years, to help Australia reach 390 against South Africa in the first Test in Durban. Australia ended the second day with a significant lead.

  • Matthew Renshaw scored 190, his second Test century and first in nine years.
  • Australia posted a total of 390 in their first innings.
  • Nathan Lyon contributed to Australia's second-highest ninth-wicket partnership of 134 runs.

Matthew Renshaw's innings of 190 helped Australia recover and establish dominance against South Africa in the first Test in Durban. Batting at number five, Renshaw's score was his first Test century in nine years.

Renshaw batted through two extended sessions, eventually being the last man out. His performance, which included staunch support from the lower order, saw Australia reach a total of 390.

Nathan Lyon was part of a 134-run ninth-wicket partnership, Australia's second-highest for that wicket. South Africa ended the second day on 27 for one, trailing Australia by 363 runs.

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