England thrash South Africa by 241 runs in Durban Test

Alastair Cook of England celebrates with team mates after their team's win during day five of the 1st Test against South Africa at Kingsmead on December 30, 2015 in Durban, South Africa.

England have taken a 1-0 lead in the Test series against South Africa with a 241-run win in the opening match in Durban. Chasing a victory target of 416, the hosts were bowled out for 174 in their second innings on the final day. Moeen Ali removed danger man AB de Villiers, while Steven Finn took 4-42. It was only England's second Test win away from home since 2012, while the South Africans have gone seven matches without a Test victory. The second Test starts in Cape Town on Saturday.

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