India needed to put in a strong performance today, as Kohli’s men had to make a mark on what was a crucial day in the match. Trailing 1-0 in the series, India had to bounce back today if they wanted to stay alive in this test seties.
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In spite of Faf du Plessis’s defiant 63, Bumrah, Shami and Ishant bowled their hearts out on a track that did not offer much to the pacers. Ashwin though was India’s best bowler, as the willy spinner picked up four crucial wickets for his captain.
Maharaj and Rabada provided good support to their captain, as the Proteas built some useful partnerships along the way. Eventually India bowled the hosts out for 335, as Kohli and men were relatively happy with that score on what was a flat track.
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The Indians struggled in their reply, as Vijay, Pujara and Rohit threw their wickets away, to hand the initiative to South Africa. The Indian captain was impressive though, as Virat Kohli anchored the Indian innings with a wonderful 85.
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