Rain Delays South Africa-Australia Test; Sri Lanka Fields First in Tri-Series

The second men's cricket Test between South Africa and Australia in Gqeberha experienced significant delays on day one due to persistent rain. Play was unable to commence at the scheduled time as ground staff worked to ensure the pitch and outfield were dry enough for competition. Spectators faced a frustrating wait as light showers continued intermittently.

Meanwhile, in a separate fixture, Sri Lanka won the toss and elected to field against Pakistan in the opening match of a tri-series. This tournament, which also includes England, serves as crucial preparation for the upcoming World Cup. The tri-series is being held in Pakistan and is a key part of the teams' build-up for the major international event.