South Africa

Well despite all the Saffer praising, (and it was well earned) they hardly dominated either test series in England or Australia to the extent that people were building them up and both series could have gone the other way with a bad session here or there.

The fact they won both series is to their credit as they won the vital moments in both series through good play.

On the other hand, why after 1 defeat and 1 session are they now considered to be 'on the decline'?

Aus are capable of winning a test against anyone, this match may well end up a draw & SA are just as capable of winning the last test.

I think that apart from Smith, certain players in this South African side have a tendency to be complacent.

Perhaps most of their team playing no cricket for a month or so has a bit to do with it and with Arthur predicting dynasties they thought they just had to turn up to win a match.