South Africa host Australia at Newlands in a series-deciding Test, with the tourists' batting collapse in Gqeberha forcing some tough selection calls.
All eyes in Cape Town as Newlands stages the final chapter of South Africa's Test series against Australia. Play gets under way at 10:30am local time (8:30am GMT), with the series on the line beneath Table Mountain.
The pressure is firmly on the Australian camp. Their first-innings collapse for just 99 in Gqeberha left the batting order under heavy scrutiny, and a selection storm is brewing ahead of the decider. At least a couple of changes are expected.
The tourists have shown on this tour that they will tinker with their bowling attack, even when it's working. With the bat, though, they have long stuck with proven performers. That loyalty could be tested now, and the selectors may have to make one or two uncomfortable decisions, perhaps more.
For South Africa, it's a chance to close out a major series on one of the most iconic grounds in world cricket. With Australia's lineup in flux and the stakes this high, Newlands is primed for a gripping opening day.
