33 balls, 0 runs - Maddinson's record-breaking duck on Australia return
Opener Nic Maddinson makes the longest duck by a Test opener this century as Australia struggle on his return against South Africa.
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"Clearly our selectors have a firm view he is a talent and that is why they picked him."
— Todd Greenberg , Executive
Key People
Alex Carey is an Australian cricketer known for his role as a wicketkeeper.
Beau Webster is an Australian all-rounder known for his performances in T20 cricket.
Marnus Labuschagne is an Australian cricketer known for his batting prowess in Test matches.
Matt Renshaw is an Australian cricketer who is playing in the current Test match.
Nic Maddinson is an Australian cricketer who made a notable return to Test cricket following a battle with cancer.
Steve Smith is an Australian cricketer and former captain of the national team.
Todd Greenberg is the chief executive of Cricket Australia.
Travis Head is an Australian cricketer who has represented Australia in Test cricket.
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Opener Nic Maddinson makes the longest duck by a Test opener this century as Australia struggle on his return against South Africa.
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