Jacques Kallis smashes four to reach 95

Centurion Jacques Kallis produced some amazing shots to reach his century against Australia on day three of the first at Gabba, Brisbane.

Amla and Kallis rammed home the advantage with an unbeaten century stand as the world's best team blunted the Australian attack to have the South Africans in command after winning the toss.

When bad light stopped play eight overs before scheduled stumps, South Africa were 255 for two with Amla unbeaten on 90 and Kallis providing solid support on 84.

Kallis previously held his country's aggregate record with current coach Gary Kirsten at 3592 runs in partnerships throughout 64 Tests and now has surpassed that with Amla following their 136-run partnership for the third wicket.