# Australia Sets South Africa 421 to Win

> Australia sets South Africa a daunting 421-run target to win in first Test.
- Title: Australia Sets South Africa 421 to Win · Sportstar | Shortify
- Summary: Australia sets South Africa a daunting 421-run target to win in first Test. Australia set South Africa a 421-run target to win in the first Test match.
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- Source: Sportstar — https://sportstar.thehindu.com/cricket/south-africa-vs-australia-score-results-first-1st-test-updates-sa-v-aus-day-4-renshaw-smith-target-series/article71576660.ece
- Author: AFP
- Published: 2026-10-12T16:55:53+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: south africa, australia, cricket, first test, kingsmead, test cricket, sports
## Australia sets South Africa 421 to win
Australia set South Africa a daunting 421-run target to win in the first Test match.
## Day 4 progress
South Africa was 102 for four at the close of Day 4 of the first Test against Australia.
## Renshaw's performance
Matt Renshaw scored 82 runs in the second innings after a marathon 190 in the first.
## Bavuma's captaincy
South Africa's captain Temba Bavuma has led the team in 12 Tests with 11 wins and a draw since 2023.
## Next steps
Australia will declare their innings after scoring 314 for six in 58 overs to set South Africa a 421-run target.
## Key takeaway

Australia set South Africa a 421-run target to win in the first Test match.