SA vs IND: Pacers set the pace for a good start for South Africa

SA vs IND- South Africa was engrossed in the crowd by lunchtime–

It was time for the Indian openers to start the match. who passed a trial period to help his team get off to a solid start. But South Africa was engrossed in the crowd by lunchtime, using the bounce provided by the Wanderers pitch to good effect as India reduced to 51 for 3 on the opening day of the first Test in Johannesburg on Monday (January 3). reduced. Only 17 runs came from 12 overs bowled in the post-drink period as the South African pacers troubled India with their precise length and direction, giving them no room to breathe.

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Virat Kohli was ruled out of the Test due to an upper back spasm–

Captaining India for the first time since Virat Kohli was ruled out of the Test due to an upper back spasm. KL Rahul, who opted to bat, was prudent with his approach as he prepared for a cautious start. While Rabada had beaten them up a couple of times. Mayank, who first faced a bouncer from Duane Olivier – playing in place of Viaan Mulder – hit a cover drive and a punch straight down the ground. He also ran square. Played a wrist punch in front of the bowler. And within the first hour hit a blow behind the square for three fours off Rabada.

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Rahul had sidelined-

Rahul had scored only 1 off 26 balls when he was found in a slightly awkward position. Trying to play a short delivery from Olivier, the ball hitting his shoulder on the way to wicketkeeper Kyle Verne. SA, however, convinced that Rahul had sidelined the ball, opted for review and lost it. The over ended with Rahul playing on the drive and hitting the ball towards the third man for two fours.

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