Australia clutches a 319‑run cushion after Renshaw’s blistering 190 and Hazlewood’s two wickets, setting the stage for a Day‑5 finish.
The first‑innings roller‑coaster saw Renshaw dominate with 190 off 190 balls, while Smith and Labuschagne added 68 and 72 respectively, pushing Australia to 390. Pat Cummins’ 4‑six blitz and Hazlewood’s 2‑wicket haul nudged the score to 314/6 before the declaration, leaving South Africa staring at 421.
Hazlewood’s early breakthrough came when he sliced Ryan Rickelton, and later trapped Bedingham leg‑before‑wicket for 46, while Renshaw’s second‑innings cameo of 82 kept the pressure biting. The final wicket fell early, putting the hosts within six of victory.
South Africa must now chase 421 on Day 5, a daunting task with six wickets in hand. The Bulls hope a late flourish from Markram and Mulder can spark a comeback, but Australia’s bowlers look ready to finish the job.