# Cricket: Opener Aiden Markram’s lone defense was in vain as Australia clinched the first Test against the Proteas in Durban by 214 runs. South Africa resumed on 102 for four on the final day, chasing a virtually impossible 422. Markram was finally dismissed for 75 and the Proteas were bowled out for 206. Australia yesterday declared its second innings on 314 for six after a first-innings lead of 106 runs. The penultimate Test starts in Gqeberha on Sunday, and the final one in Cape Town on the 27th.
Cricket: Australia clinches first Test against South Africa by 214 runs