Scott Boland dismantled South Africa's batting lineup in the second Test, taking four wickets and exposing the hosts' vulnerability against quality pace bowling. Australia's attack found the gaps in South Africa's technique repeatedly, leaving the home side in genuine trouble.
Boland's performance handed Australia a blueprint for success. South Africa's batters struggled against sustained, disciplined fast bowling that tested their technique outside the off stump. The hosts have now shown the same frailties twice in this series. Australia's bowlers identified the weaknesses and kept attacking them relentlessly.
This isn't a new problem for South Africa. Their batting lineup lacks the technical precision needed against top-tier pace attacks. Boland's four-wicket haul proved that consistent line and length can dismantle their order. Australia knows exactly how to target these vulnerabilities in the remaining Tests.
The momentum has shifted decisively. South Africa failed to build substantial innings when it mattered most. Australia's fast bowlers have the template now, and they'll continue to exploit the same areas that Boland found so effective. South Africa needs immediate adjustments to their batting approach, or this series will slip further away.