Australia vs South Africa, 2nd Test: stats at the MCG

Australia will play South Africa in the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne on Monday. While the Boxing Day Test is a well-known event in its own right, this one will be accentuated by the fact that the last meeting between these two sides lasted two days only. The bowlers enjoyed their time on the tricky ground, and the Proteas were defeated by six wickets. The hosts will seek to win the series, while the South Africans will try to win in Melbourne and force the series decider to be played in the new year.

Australia’s batting lineup greatly outclasses South Africa’s, particularly with Marnus Labuschagne and Steve Smith both ravenous for runs! There is definitely more depth and quality here. Kyle Verreynne and Rassie van der DUssen are the only two batters who are capable of putting up a fight. With a spot in the World Test Championship on the line, the Proteas will be expected to give it their best after falling to third after India’s 2-0 triumph over Bangladesh.

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