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Temba Bavuma eyes win against Australia in first Test: ‘Hopefully, people in Durban will come out in support’

South Africa’s Test side opened their home series against Australia at Kingsmead in Durban, with captain Temba Bavuma eager to celebrate the nation’s recent World Test Championship triumph in front of local fans. Bavuma, who has featured in 66 Tests and amassed 3,810 runs, said the team’s focus is on fielding the strongest XI to secure a win against Pat Cummins’ side.

The Proteas named a line‑up that includes fast‑bowler Anrich Nortje, returning to Test cricket for the first time since 2023, after the injury‑plagued Kagiso Rabada missed the match. All‑rounder Wiaan Mulder, 26, was also selected for his contributions with bat, ball and in the field, giving South Africa extra depth in the lower order.

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