Smith hails Proteas character

Johannesburg - Despite ending the match and the Test series against Australia in defeat, Graeme Smith lauded his side for their efforts.

"I think that's something we've become really good at it - never letting go," said Smith after his side lost the final test at Newlands in Cape Town on Wednesday, in his final game at the helm of the Proteas.

"We've certainly been outplayed in this Test match, but we still found a way to take it as deep as possible."