Delhi: In the first Test being played against South Africa at the Kingsmead ground in Durban, the Australian cricket team's first innings was reduced to 390 runs. Matt Renshaw batted brilliantly and scored 190 runs and played an important role in getting the team out of a difficult situation. However, he missed completing his double century by just 10 runs. Australia batted 137.2 overs in the first innings.

Matt Renshaw took over Australia's innings

Australia did not have a good start and the team lost early wickets. Australia lost 6 important wickets till the score of 126. Experienced batsmen like Travis Head (9), Steve Smith (25), Marnus Labuschagne (37) and Alex Carey (14) could not show anything special.

In such a situation, Matt Renshaw batted with patience and restraint while handling one end. He scored 190 runs in 397 balls with the help of 21 fours and one six. Renshaw's innings included 21 fours and 1 skyscraper six. Renshaw has become the fourth Australian player to play the biggest innings in a Test against South Africa.

Pat Cummins scored 43 runs

Many batsmen supported Renshaw in handling Australia's innings. Captain Pat Cummins contributed 43 runs on 98 balls. Whereas, Nathan Lyon scored 27 runs on 92 balls. There was a partnership of 134 runs between Renshaw and Lion. This is Australia's biggest partnership for the ninth wicket or lower in Tests. This partnership played an important role in putting Australia in a strong position.

Mulder took 4 important wickets

Wiaan Mulder was the most successful bowler for South Africa. He took four wickets. Marco Jensen played an important role in wrapping up Australia's innings by taking three wickets. Anrich Nortje got two wickets, while Simon Harmer dismissed one batsman.