Ryan Rickelton, Wiaan Mulder hundreds put South Africa in driver's seat, set 288-run target for Australia in series decider

Centuries from Ryan Rickelton and Wiaan Mulder put South Africa in a commanding position against Australia in the series-deciding third Test at Newlands on Friday, setting up an intriguing final day's play. South Africa, who began the fourth day with a slender 40-run lead and six wickets in hand, finished their second innings on 387, stretching their advantage to 287 runs. Australia now need 288 on the final day to win the three-Test series, which is currently level at 1-1.