Ackerman's 62 Takes South Africa to 140/4 and a 40-Run Lead at Day 3 Stumps
Photo: EGilham / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0) — Marques Ackerman at Newlands, Cape Town (Day 1 of this Test)
South Africa closed day three of the series decider against Australia at Newlands in Cape Town on 140 for 4 in their second innings, a lead of 40 runs.
Marques Ackerman led the fightback with 62 after Australia had taken a 100-run first-innings lead, finishing on 429 in reply to South Africa's 329.
Captain Temba Bavuma made 35 before Nathan Lyon bowled him late in the day, leaving Matthew Breetzke and Ryan Rickelton unbeaten overnight.
With the series level at 1-1, day four will decide the series, with South Africa looking to build their lead and Australia hunting early wickets.
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