Australia and South Africa were forced to share points in their ICC World Test Championship encounter after relentless rain washed out the final two days of the match. The game had already been heavily affected by rain on the first three days, with only 115.5 overs possible in total.
Despite the limited play, both teams had their moments in the game. Australia, batting first, posted a competitive total of 391 thanks to centuries from Marnus Labuschagne and Travis Head. South Africa responded well with the bat, reaching 212/4 before the rain interruptions began.
With the match finely poised heading into the final two days, the teams were hopeful of a result. However, the weather had other ideas, and the umpires eventually called off the match with no possibility of further play.
The two teams will now turn their attention to the second Test match, which is scheduled to take place at the same venue. Both sides will be hoping for better weather and a full four days of play to determine the winner of the series.
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