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Scott Bailey

Reverse swing relevant again on return to South Africa

Reverse swing is back on the menu in South Africa, with abrasive pitches and the possibility of drawn-out Tests making the art form relevant again.

Australia made good use of the reversing ball in the fourth innings in Durban, with a similar wicket expected at St George's Park for the second Test starting Sunday.

Reverse swing has been largely missing in recent years, with greener wickets, smaller squares with drop-in wickets and lush outfields keeping the ball newer and less likely to rough up.

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