{"id":743,"date":"2026-10-31T00:04:23","date_gmt":"2026-10-31T00:04:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cricketkidunyya.com\/index.php\/2026\/10\/31\/result-rests-on-travis-head-fans-share-day-5-predictions-on-who-will-win-classic-sa-vs-aus-cape-town-test\/"},"modified":"2026-10-31T00:04:23","modified_gmt":"2026-10-31T00:04:23","slug":"result-rests-on-travis-head-fans-share-day-5-predictions-on-who-will-win-classic-sa-vs-aus-cape-town-test","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cricketkidunyya.com\/index.php\/2026\/10\/31\/result-rests-on-travis-head-fans-share-day-5-predictions-on-who-will-win-classic-sa-vs-aus-cape-town-test\/","title":{"rendered":"\u201cResult rests on Travis Head\u201d \u2013 Fans share day 5 predictions on who will win classic SA vs AUS Cape Town Test"},"content":{"rendered":"

Last Updated on 4 minutes ago by Charbel Coorey<\/a><\/p>\n

Australia need 288 runs. South Africa 10 wickets. A classic Cape Town Test comes down to the final day, with all results possible.<\/p>\n

However, what makes the South Africa-Australia rivalry so great is that neither team takes a backward step. You can be sure both sides will push hard for a series-sealing win on Saturday to cap off what has been a captivating series.<\/p>\n

The Newlands Test has been a phenomenon, filled with ebbs and flows. South Africa started the Test with a bang before Australia took over. At 330\/4 after day two and leading by one run, Australia had visions of a lead exceeding 150. The Proteas then bounced back to limit the lead to 100, before bouncing back again to turn 4\/40 at the end of day three into a 287-run lead 24 hours later.<\/p>\n

Ryan Rickelton (101) and Wiaan Mulder (115) were outstanding. The former walked to the crease at a crucial juncture following the crucial wicket of Temba Bavuma on the third evening. He was solid in defence and patiently waited for his opportunities, showcasing the kind of temperament South Africa have lacked at times this series. He brought up a deserved century \u2013 his third in Tests \u2013 and took South Africa past a 200-run lead.<\/p>\n

Mulder was just as impressive. The all-rounder has come in for some criticism regarding the nature of his dismissals this series, falling to the short ball on multiple occasions. However, he looked locked in from ball one on Friday, getting under the short ball and accumulating against spin to build the home side\u2019s lead. After doing the hard work, he then opened up late in the day with some crucial blows to take the target towards 300.<\/p>\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Australia need to achieve second-highest successful run chase at Cape Town to seal series<\/a><\/p>\n

SA vs AUS Predictions: Who will win the classic Newlands Cape Town Test?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Australia battled hard with little reward for much of the day. By the midway point of the third session, the visitors had taken just one wicket on day four and were staring at the possibility of a 300+ target.<\/p>\n

But, Australia\u2019s excellent fielding and ability to keep a lid on the scoring rate means the game didn\u2019t run away from them. An excellent piece of fielding ended Rickelton\u2019s innings, which brought about an influx of wickets, including the crucial scalps of Marco Jansen and Simon Harmer for one run between them.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s win or lose, I guess. No draw tomorrow,\u201d Rickelton said, as quoted by Cricinfo<\/a><\/em>.<\/p>\n

\u201cIf you had to say that it\u2019s going down to the third Test, day five, with all three results on the cards or two results on the cards, yeah, I wouldn\u2019t have believed it. It\u2019s been a special series.\u201d<\/p>\n

So which way will this classic Test go? The centre of the Newlands pitch is still magnificent for batting with the pace bowlers struggling to generate any movement. But, there is plenty of turn available and potentially cloudier conditions on day five could aid swing.<\/p>\n

Here are some of the views on social media.<\/p>\n

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Mulder goes after a heroic 115. <\/p>\n

Target for Australia is 288.<\/p>\n

We are in for a thrilling end to a wonderful series. <\/p>\n

Who do you think is winning this? <\/p>\n

I\u2019m in the South African camp.<\/p>\n

\u2014 Cricketologist (@AMP86793444) October 30, 2026<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n

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If Travis Head plays 1 session, Aus may win<\/p>\n

\u2014 Rishabh Wadhwa (@Cric_Rishabh) October 30, 2026<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n

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Australia’s quest for a historic test series win on South African shores lies in the hands of Travis Michael Head. <\/p>\n

A big \"\ud83d\udcaf\" will set Australia up to win the test match and series. He has done it in the past and more than capable of producing another gem for his team. \"\ud83d\ude4f\" Let’s\u2026 pic.twitter.com\/ciPr6QdKWf<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Troll cricket unlimitedd (@TUnlimitedd) October 30, 2026<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n

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Anyone else kind of feel the Newlands day 5 pitch tomorrow will still play more like a day 4 surface? If so, a reason to feel wary, especially if Travis Head gets out fast from the blocks. But I still think it’s advantage SA.<\/p>\n

\u2014 Rob Houwing (@RobHouwing) October 30, 2026<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n

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South Africa firm favourites to defend this.#SAvAUS<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Menners \"\ud83c\udf99\" (@amenners) October 30, 2026<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n

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win for sa i think. at most a draw if aussies show good technique in defence.<\/p>\n

\u2014 \uff92\u2070 (@nutmegbygfk) October 30, 2026<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n

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If we get Head early then we good.<\/p>\n

\u2014 Ayanda (@Ayanda_tso) October 30, 2026<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n

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\"\ud83d\ude22\"\"\ud83d\ude22\"\"\ud83d\ude22\"\"\ud83d\ude22\" I feel like its not enough
I hope we dont take long to introduce Harmer because the pitch is doing a lot now for spinners<\/p>\n

\u2014 Percy \"\ud83c\uddff\"\"\ud83c\udde6\ud83c\uddff\"\"\ud83c\udde6\" (@Iketleng72) October 30, 2026<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n

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288 on a fifth day Newlands pitch with Harmer bowling into the footmarks. The lead stopped being the question two days ago. Australia need the best fourth innings anyone has played in this series, and they need it against spin.<\/p>\n

\u2014 Harsh Gill | Horror, OTT & Cricket (@Harry_Gill_3) October 30, 2026<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n

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230 was enough! Day 5 pitch turning for Harmer, scoreboard pressure, batting line-up we bowled out for 99 just over a week ago\u2026<\/p>\n

\u2014 SimD (@stsdlamini) October 30, 2026<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n

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The Proteas would have taken this at the start of the day at 140-4 but still think it’s advantage Australia \u2013\u00a0just. pic.twitter.com\/ZBh5pBBZUe<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Simon Borchardt (@SimonBorchardt) October 30, 2026<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n

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