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Simon Harmer's bold 120-run prediction comes true as six-wicket masterclass seals South Africa's series triumph

Simon Harmer proved prophetic after his pre-match assessment of a defendable target became reality during South Africa's series-clinching victory over Australia. The off-spinner claimed a career-best 10 wickets in the match, including a devastating six-wicket haul for 16 runs in the final innings that dismantled the visitors for 111.

This performance secured a 176-run win and a 2-1 series triumph for the hosts. Kagiso Rabada provided the initial breakthrough on the final day by removing top-order batters, while earlier centuries from Ryan Rickelton and Wiaan Mulder helped South Africa recover from a precarious position in their second innings.

Australia had previously established a 100-run lead behind a century from Josh Inglis and an 80-run contribution from Alex Carey, but they could not withstand the late bowling onslaught.

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