Temba Bavuma's 179 anchored South Africa's comeback on the third day of the match. His long innings helped the Proteas recover from an early period of struggle. Kagiso Rabada supplied the early breakthrough that helped shift momentum toward South Africa. The combination of his wicket and Bavuma's batting effort allowed the team to seize control at St George's Park. South Africa's opponent was not identified, and no closing score was given. Details of Bavuma's dismissal and the other batters' contributions were also absent. Those two moments are credited with turning the contest in the Proteas' favour.