Australia collapses chasing 288 as South Africa seals series 2-1

South Africa defeated Australia by 176 runs in the decisive third Test at Newlands, winning the series 2-1 after Australia collapsed while chasing 288. Kagiso Rabada rocked the visitors with three early wickets, becoming the fastest bowler by deliveries to reach 350 Test wickets, and Simon Harmer finished with a career-best six for 16 as Australia were bowled out. The defeat followed another heavy loss in the second Test and raises questions about Australia’s veteran Test side ahead of upcoming tours.