Prince stands firm for South Africa

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JOHANNESBURG, Mar 31 (Reuters) Ashwell Prince led South Africa's recovery with an unbeaten 79 after wickets tumbled on the first day of the third test against Australia today.

South Africa were on 238 for six when bad light ended play 11 overs early.

The patient Prince batted for 182 minutes, faced 128 balls and hit 10 fours.

Prince shared partnerships of 55 for the fifth wicket with Jacques Rudolph and 72 for the sixth wicket with Mark Boucher.

Fast bowler Stuart Clark led Australia's disciplined attack with his figures of two for 61 from 20 overs.

Jacques Kallis captained South Africa in the absence of Graeme Smith, who withdrew from the match with a finger injury.

Justin Langer, who is playing his 100th test, led the Australian team onto the field.

REUTERS KD PC2139

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