Joe Root hit 60 not out as England tightened their grip on the first Test against South Africa in Durban.
The tourists are 172-3 in their second innings - a lead of 261 - and will aim to declare on Tuesday, then set about bowling the hosts out.
Earlier, Moeen Ali and Stuart Broad took four wickets apiece as South Africa's batting line-up fell apart.
Hashim Amla's men also dropped three catches on a disastrous third day for the number one ranked Test side.
The Proteas' senior fast bowler Dale Steyn was forced off with injury, star batsman AB de Villiers failed to quash rumours of his Test retirement, and the middle order surrendered meekly.
Opener Dean Elgar resisted with a superb unbeaten 118, but England remain in an excellent position to push for only a second win in 16 away Tests.Monday, December 28, 2015
South Africa vs England: Joe Root helps tourists press for victory
Joe Root hit 60 not out as England tightened their grip on the first Test against South Africa in Durban.
The tourists are 172-3 in their second innings - a lead of 261 - and will aim to declare on Tuesday, then set about bowling the hosts out.
Earlier, Moeen Ali and Stuart Broad took four wickets apiece as South Africa's batting line-up fell apart.
Hashim Amla's men also dropped three catches on a disastrous third day for the number one ranked Test side.
The Proteas' senior fast bowler Dale Steyn was forced off with injury, star batsman AB de Villiers failed to quash rumours of his Test retirement, and the middle order surrendered meekly.
Opener Dean Elgar resisted with a superb unbeaten 118, but England remain in an excellent position to push for only a second win in 16 away Tests.
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