Second Test: South Africa v Australia, day two at Gqeberha, with weather and selection news
What happened
Australia and South Africa are playing the second men's Test at St George's Park in Gqeberha. Live coverage from ABC and The Guardian is following day two, and cricket.com.au is analysing a selection call involving Nathan Lyon.
When it started
The coverage is dated 19 October 2026, with day two of the match being reported live on that date.
How it spread
According to ABC's live updates, Australia has been battling the weather on day two. The Guardian's live blog covers the match as it happens, and cricket.com.au's analysis describes the selectors' latest call on Lyon. The sources do not give scores or results in the material provided.
Why it matters
Test cricket between these two sides is drawing live coverage, and the selection debate around Lyon is attracting attention. Details of the selectors' decision and the match result are not confirmed in the sources provided.