South African Seamers Topple Australia in Early Day Drama at Lord's
South African bowlers, Kagiso Rabada and Marco Jansen, made significant inroads into Australia’s batting lineup, leaving the team at 67-4 by lunch on the World Test Championship's first day. Rabada, returning from a ban, and Jansen showcased exemplary bowling, supported by sharp catching from teammates.
South Africa's seamers, Kagiso Rabada and Marco Jansen, made an immediate impact against Australia on the first day of the World Test Championship at Lord's. The defending champions found themselves in dire straits at 67-4 by lunch.
Rabada, back after a suspension due to a positive drugs test for cocaine, struck early. His return coincided with overcast conditions, prompting South African captain Temba Bavuma to bowl first. Rabada's two wickets in four balls, aided by sharp slip catches, justified Bavuma's risky decision.
Meanwhile, Marco Jansen picked up crucial wickets. Together, they dismantled Australia's top order, leaving Steve Smith trying to rebuild the innings before lunch. The atmosphere was tense with constant floodlights as the day's play unfolded under persistent cloud cover.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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