PLAYS OF THE DAY

CELEBRATION Dean Elgar spoke about his frustrations in not being able to convert promising starts into anything substantial in 2018 in the lead-up to the third Test. All of this emotion overflowed when the left-hander scored his 11th Test century, almost pulling off an Imran Tahir-like run towards the Oaks upon reaching the milestone. DROP The catching has been of a high standard throughout this series, but the Aussies were forced to rue a crucial missed opportunity yesterday when Nathan Lyon dropped a straightforward chance at point when Elgar was still on 53. AB’S DISMISSAL The former captain once again looked a cut above any of the other Proteas batsmen. However, when he struck a Pat Cummins half-volley straight to mid-on it set in a collapse of six wickets for just 48 runs. ROAR There was little doubt about who the biggest cheer of the day was reserved for. No, it was not Elgar’s century but instead for Proteas superstar Kagiso Rabada when he walked out to bat. Newlands just wanted the young fast bowler to know he is appreciated. CROWD The crowds for the first two Tests in Durban and Port Elizabeth have been very disappointing, but Cape Town did not disappoint once again with 9 293 people streaming through the gates on a “working” Thursday.