A packed, sunlit Newlands reminded everyone why it’s South Africa's Test cricket’s crown jewel

Newlands shone in all its glory on the first day of the third and final Test between the Proteas and Australia.

October 27, 2026South Africa

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More than 11,000 fans filled sunlit Newlands for a day of drama, runs and wickets, reminding everyone why Test cricket remains close to Cape Town’s heart.

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Published: October 27, 2026
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