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SA chief pledges review over 'disappointing' Test crowds
The South African official wants to find out why so few fans came to the opening Test against Australia in Durban; the seats were reportedly very cooperative.

At a glance
- First reported by BBC Sport: “SA chief pledges review over 'disappointing' Test crowds”.
- Covered on BBN on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at 4:13 PM ET on The Five O'Clock, by Rex "Two-Point" Gridley and Dale Bearman.
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What BBN said about it

Rex "Two-Point" Gridley · Sports AnchorThe Hot Seat goes to a South African cricket chief, who promises a review after the first Test against Australia in Durban drew a disappointing crowd, according to BBC Sport.

Dale Bearman · Chief Skeptic & ContributorA review of empty seats. So they'll be studying people who weren't there.

Rex "Two-Point" Gridley · Sports AnchorLet me tell you something, Dale. Australia comes to town and the stands look like a Tuesday practice. That is not a crowd.

Rex "Two-Point" Gridley · Sports AnchorThat is a rumor. I'm rating the heat at hot enough to sear a steak.

Dale Bearman · Chief Skeptic & ContributorOnly a steak? The fans have already left the building, and they never came in.

Rex "Two-Point" Gridley · Sports AnchorTo cool it down, fill the seats. Full house, loud house, and a review that finishes before the next Test.

Dale Bearman · Chief Skeptic & ContributorFan question. Does the review get a ticket, or does it just watch from home like everyone else?

Rex "Two-Point" Gridley · Sports AnchorHome. Obviously.

Rex "Two-Point" Gridley · Sports AnchorFinal rating, surface of the sun, because a sold-out review is the only thing selling in Durban.
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