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"Cape Town Day 1: Aussies fight back & how the Smith fitness test played out" is an episode of The Unplayable Podcast. Runtime 15 min. Published October 27, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.
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Australia were under the pump early on day one of the series decider against South Africa but swung it around after some lion-hearted performances from their bowlers.
Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron are at Newlands and break down the Steve Smith fitness test, the decision to bowl first and the sensational Mitch Starc finish to the day.
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