Australia struck first‑innings gold in the third Test at Newlands, outscoring South Africa 429 to 329 and taking a 100‑run advantage that sealed the series.
Josh Inglis turned the tide with a gritty 102 off 135 balls, his 11 fours and two sixes punctuated by a reverse sweep that sent the ball over the boundary and a roar from the crowd.
It was the turning point: the century gave the Australians the cushion they needed, while Alex Carey's 80 added depth. Together they pushed the score beyond the South African total.
Inglis’ knock is historic – he becomes the first Australian to register at least two centuries in Tests, ODIs and T20Is. He made his Test ton against Sri Lanka in 2025 and has two centuries in each of the other formats.
The Australian captain lauded the team's resilience, noting how Inglis’ calm in the heat of the moment set the tone for the innings.
With the series win locked, Australia will now focus on maintaining momentum as they prepare for the next home challenge.