Is there enough time for South Africa or Australia to get a result in the second Test?
The weather has ruined the party in Gqeberha so far, delaying the second day of action.
Here’s the forecast for the rest of the Test match that has been rained out so far.
Gqeberha weather forecast for 20-22 October
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) currently lists a 30% chance of more rain in the city at 14:00.
On Tuesday and Wednesday (20 and 21 October), the service gives a 0% chance of rainfall.
However, SAWS does indicate a 30% chance of more rain on Thursday, the final day of the second Test.
The BBC’s weather prediction suggests sunny conditions on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday (20-22 October).
According to the publication, the chance of rain also drops significantly from 14:00 this afternoon (19 October).
Accuweather, meanwhile, predicts more rain today and again on Tuesday evening.
However, drier conditions are expected up until Thursday, when there is a low chance of the weather dampening the Test.
While predictions are not set in stone, we could be looking at a draw at St George’s Park.
Update 🚨
The rain has dissipated and the covers are off at Dafabet St George’s Park! 🌤️🏏
The umpires have scheduled the next outfield inspection for 12:15pm.#Unbreakable #SAvAUS pic.twitter.com/igZ9f0iFU3— Proteas Men (@ProteasMenCSA) October 19, 2026
What has happened in the Test series so far?
South Africa are trailing 0-1 in the series after a 214-run defeat in the first Test.
The Proteas’ batsmen mostly failed to fire at Kingsmead in Durban, with Aiden Markram and David Bedingham getting some runs on the board.
Matt Renshaw led for Australia with 272 across both batting innings.
Only 12 overs have been bowled in the second Test so far.
On 18 October, the Proteas were on 20/2, with Marques Ackerman and Temba Bavuma at the crease.
Scott Boland was the pick of the Australian bowlers, with 2 wickets for 5 runs in his 3.2 overs so far.
The series wraps up with the third Test at Newlands in Cape Town on 27-31 October.
WILL THE GQEBERHA WEATHER FORECAST IMPROVE FOR THE REST OF THE TEST?
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