Renshaw’s century helps Australia recover to 277-8 at lunch on Day 2 against South Africa

Matt Renshaw scored a second test hundred and helped Australia reach 277-8 at lunch on Day 2 against South Africa in Durban, South Africa. After struggling in the first day, Australia's innings was rescued by Renshaw's unbeaten 102 off 218 balls and the partnership of 86 runs with Nathan Lyon. The duo added 86 runs for the seventh wicket, helping Australia recover from their poor start. South Africa, the reigning world test champion, is visiting Australia for the first time since the 2018 ball-tampering scandal.

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