India, June 13 -- Day 2 of the ongoing WTC Final was an entertaining affair, with Australia leading by 218 runs at Lord's. After posting 212 in their first innings, Australia bowled out South Africa for 138 on Day 2, and then went on to reach 144/8 at Stumps.

After Stumps, Aussie skipper Pat Cummins appeared confident, especially as his side came up with the perfect response, despite a massive Proteas comeback.

Also a 61-run partnership between Alex Carey (43) and Mitchell Starc stabilised the innings for the Aussies, who now lead by 218 runs with two wickets in hand, heading into Day 3.

"Well, initially . when I walked out, anything over 200 (would have been good), so it is good to get over that," Cummins said.

"But you just want to ...