Sports · Gqeberha, South Africa · October 18, 2026

Rain ruins first day of Australia's second Test in Gqeberha

Reported by 1 outlet · first reported Oct 18, 3:09 AM ET

Rain almost washed out day one of the second Test between South Africa and Australia, though Scott Boland took two wickets in two balls. Steve Smith spoke of his anxiety after a head blow in the first Test.

Why it matters

The series is a showcase rivalry between two of Test cricket's leading nations.

Background

Australia and South Africa have a long Test rivalry. Gqeberha was formerly known as Port Elizabeth.

Sources

• ABC News (Australia) ↗Oct 18, 3:09 AM ET
• ABC News (Australia) ↗Oct 18, 3:37 PM ET

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