The series finale between Mitchell Marsh-led Australia and Aiden Markram-led South Africa is currently underway at Cazaly's Stadium in Cairns on Saturday, August 16.
The Australian team, led by Mitchell Marsh, are wearing black armbands in remembrance of former all-rounder Bob Simpson, who passed away on Saturday, at the age of 89.
He is regarded as one of the most influential figures in the history of Australian cricket and one of the best all-rounders to emerge from the country. Simpson also played two ODI matches in his career and scored 36 runs with two scalps in his name.
Watch: South Africa and Australia players observe a moment of silence in Cairns for Bob Simpson
A moment of silence in Cairns for Bob Simpson ❤️#AUSvSA pic.twitter.com/cbOIt2W1rP
— cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) August 16, 2025Bob Simpson was one of the greats - Mike Baird
"Bob Simpson was one of the greats of Australian cricket and this is a sad day for anyone fortunate to have watched him play or who benefited from his wisdom," Cricket Australia chair Mike Baird said.
Meanwhile, Aussie Prime Minister Anthony Albanese stated that Simpson made extraordinary contributions to Australian cricket both as a player and a coach.
"As a player, captain and then era-defining coach, he set the highest of standards for himself and the champions he led. He will be long remembered by the game he loved."
He also coached Leicestershire and Lancashire in county cricket, worked in an advisory role for Rajasthan in the Ranji Trophy, and as a consultant for the Indian team during the late 1990s.
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