By: Ebrahim Yusuf Omar] Location: Kingsmead, DurbanDate: 9–13 October 2026  ​ International Test cricket returns with one of the game's most fiery rivalries as South Africa hosts Australia in the opening match of their three-Test series at Hollywoodbets Kingsmead in Durban. ​Key Team News & Lineups​ South Africa:Under the leadership of Temba Bavuma, the Proteas enter the series with high confidence. The bowling lineup is set to test the Australian top order with pace and swing through , Anrich Nortje, and Marco Jansen. Proteas also have spin twins of Maharaj and Harmer to test Aussies weakness against spin in middle overs the top of the order, Aiden Markram and Ryan Rickelton will be looking to lay down a solid platform.​ Australia:Pat Cummins leads an Australian side missing all-rounder Cameron Green for the first Test due to an abdominal strain. The visitors will rely heavily on veteran top-order batter Steve Smith, alongside Travis Head and Marnus Labuschagne, to handle the...