Australia set South Africa 376 for victory
Ricky Ponting has set South Africa a tempting target of 376 to complete a series whitewash at the SCG, where Australia declared at 4 for 257. South Africa will have to bat for nearly two hours before stumps, beginning with a replacement opener for the injured Graeme Smith. On a pitch with some significant cracks, it could be a severely challenging target.
Michael Clarke and Michael Hussey added 38 to the total after tea as Australia’s tempo finally began to lift. Hussey remained unbeaten on 45 and the declaration came when Clarke holed out to deep midwicket off Paul Harris for 41. Read more
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