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Renshaw scores century for Australia in Test match

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Renshaw scores century for Australia in Test match
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Matt Renshaw hit 190 to help Australia take a 258-run lead over South Africa in the first Test. The innings came after nine years and 280 days without a century.

Why it matters

Renshaw's performance strengthens his case for regular Test selection for Australia.

Key facts
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Australia on top

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Renshaw's innings extends his career record

The 190 is his highest score in Test cricket and his second century in 14 Tests.

Australia dominates South Africa

Australia ended the day at 352/6, leading by 258 runs after three days of play.

Common questions

How long had it been since Renshaw scored a century?

It had been nine years and 280 days since his last century.

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