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Selection critics silenced as Australia's old guard wins first Test

Key points

  • Australia beat South Africa by 214 runs in the first Test in Durban, finishing the match on day five. Josh Hazlewood took 6-49 from 16.5 overs, his best figures in Tests, after South Africa had pushed the contest into the second session.
  • Matt Renshaw was named player of the match for his 272 runs and two wickets.
  • South Africa now faces questions over its batting and team selection ahead of the second Test in Gqeberha, which starts on Sunday.
Selection critics silenced as Australia's old guard wins first Test
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