Markram and Bedingham added 84 runs together during the first session of the South Africa versus Australia Test in Durban. Australia got a breakthrough as Starc removed Markram. The pitch now shows signs of turn and seam movement. South Africa still trail by 304 and need more solid partnerships today.
Drinks Break! An engaging session so far. Markram and Bedingham put the batting conditions to good use, adding 84 together at a fairly brisk clip. But there are now signs of bowlers getting just a little bit of assistance. The ball has been kicking up and deviating off the seam for the quicks, and now Lyon is getting some turn too, with a few footmarks opening up rough at the end he bowls from. South Africa still trail by 304 and will have to keep the runs flowing through meaningful partnerships, but the first job is to get through this session without losing a wicket. Australia, having removed Markram through Starc, will be hunting for more to squeeze the hosts.