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Australia drops Nic Maddinson ahead of South Africa Test series decider; Renshaw in line to open

Australia has shaken up its squad ahead of the final Test against South Africa by releasing Nic Maddinson and backup wicketkeeper Sam Harper from the team. Maddinson struggled during the series, failing to reach double figures in three of his four innings, which opens the door for Matthew Renshaw to potentially take over the opening role.

Meanwhile, captain Steve Smith prepares to undergo a fitness check on his neck during training before the match, potentially threatening Marnus Labuschagne's spot in the lineup following his own modest run of scores. Other players like Cameron Green and Josh Inglis are also back in the mix following their respective recoveries, while Harper heads back to domestic duties for Victoria.

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