On the second day of the first Test match at Kingsmead in Durban, Australian batsman Matt Renshaw recorded a career-best score of 190 runs. His performance was the primary driver for Australia reaching a total of 390 all out. Following the Australian innings, South Africa began their response and reached 27-1 before umpires suspended play due to bad light.

While both outlets agree on the core statistics of the match, they differ in their narrative focus. Sky Sports provides a straightforward account of the day's events, focusing on the scoreline and the interruption of play. The Guardian places the innings within a broader context of team selection, noting that Renshaw’s position in the batting order was a result of previous tactical decisions regarding other players. The Guardian also emphasizes the contribution of the lower-order batsmen in supporting Renshaw throughout his extended time at the crease.