Josh Hazlewood took a career-best six for 49 as Australia bowled South Africa out for 206 in Durban. The performance secured a 214-run Test victory after the home side had resisted other members of Australia’s attack.
The spell renewed attention on Hazlewood’s place in a bowling group that also includes Scott Boland. A Guardian analysis notes that Boland’s strong performances during injury absences have repeatedly encouraged debate about selection when both players are available.
In this match, Hazlewood supplied the decisive breakthroughs while teammates faced a more difficult final innings. The result illustrates the value of different bowling options without settling every future selection question: form, fitness and conditions will still shape the balance of the attack.
