The facts

  1. Australia were bowled out for 111 while chasing 288 in the third Test. South Africa had made 329 and 387; Australia’s first innings was 429. [2]

  2. Simon Harmer took six wickets for 16 runs in the final innings and ten for 120 in the match. [2]

  3. The ICC confirmed the series result and ranking change. Its separate World Test Championship standings placed Australia third, with New Zealand leading that table. [1]

Sources

References support the numbered facts above. Source checks: 1 Nov 2026, 03:01 UTC.

  1. Sensational South Africa seal the series in Cape Town

    International Cricket Council · Primary source · 31 Oct 2026

  2. Proteas battle back to claim epic series win over Australia at Newlands

    Daily Maverick / Craig Ray · Reporting · 31 Oct 2026

    Read the match report and complete score summary. Its inconsistent opening-Test margin is not used; no ordinary fixture is presented as a world championship final.

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