Matt Renshaw Scores 2nd Century in Tests for Australia, Achieves Feat During SA vs AUS 1st Test 2026
Matt Renshaw smashed his second Test century, a crucial knock of 100 runs from 206 balls against South Africa on Day 2 of the 1st Test at Kingsmead, Durban, on October 9, 2026. His resilient performance helped Australia recover to 275/8, anchoring the innings against a strong Proteas bowling attack.
Australian opener Matt Renshaw etched his name into the record books once more, compiling a gritty second Test century on Friday, October 9, during the first Test against South Africa at Kingsmead, Durban. His defiant knock came under significant pressure, helping Australia recover from a precarious position on Day 2 of the highly anticipated series opener. South Africa vs Australia Live Streaming Online and Free Telecast, 1st Test 2026, Day 2.
Renshaw reached his landmark ton with a boundary off Anrich Nortje, prompting a wide smile and an appreciative ovation from his teammates and the Kingsmead crowd. This is Renshaw's first Test hundred in nine and a half years, and first for an Australian batter on South African soil in 2014, and at Kingsmead since 2009.
A Crucial Knock Under Pressure
Coming to the crease when the chips were seemingly down for Australia, Renshaw displayed immense fortitude and concentration. His century came off 206 deliveries, featuring 10 boundaries, as he anchored the innings while wickets tumbled around him. At the time of his century, Australia stood at 275/8 after 92.3 overs, a testament to Renshaw's resilience against a potent South African bowling attack led by Anrich Nortje, Marco Jansen, and the impressive Wiaan Mulder, who had already picked up four wickets.
His partnership with Nathan Lyon for the ninth wicket was crucial, adding 45 runs from 66 balls. This stand helped push Australia past the 270-run mark, providing vital runs in what promises to be a challenging Test match. Renshaw's ability to absorb pressure and rotate the strike was key to Australia's fightback.
Match Details
The 1st Test of the Australia tour of South Africa 2026 is being played at Kingsmead in Durban. Australia won the toss and elected to bat first. The match commenced on Friday, October 9, 2026, at 9:30 AM local time, with Renshaw's century unfolding on Day 2. Steve Smith Becomes Australia's Third-Highest Run-Scorer in Tests, Achieves Feat During SA vs AUS 1st Test 2026.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | 1st Test, Australia tour of South Africa, 2026 |
| Teams | Australia (AUS) vs South Africa (RSA) |
| Venue | Kingsmead, Durban |
| Date | October 9-13, 2026 |
| Start Time | 9:30 AM LOCAL (October 9) |
| Toss | Australia (elected to bat) |
| Current Score | AUS 275/8 (92.3 Overs) |
| Batter (AUS) | Matt Renshaw 100(206)*, Nathan Lyon 7(25) |
Matt Renshaw's century provides a significant psychological boost for the visiting Australian side and sets the stage for an intriguing contest in the coming days. His performance will be pivotal as Australia looks to post a competitive total against a determined Proteas outfit on home soil.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Oct 10, 2026 03:10 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).