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India tour of South Africa 2023-24

The Cape Town Test ended in a record-breaking 107 overs within five sessions as the bounce troubled batters from both sides. As a result, the pitch was been rated 'unsatisfactory'.

Indian players and umpires at Newlands, Cape Town as groundsman does repair work (Getty Images)

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ICC reveals rating for bouncy Newlands pitch which witnessed shortest Test match, hands one demerit point

Keshav Maharaj is not a part of South Africa's 14-member Test squad for New Zealand series as he will be leading Durban Super Giants in SA20 league.

Keshav Maharaj folding his hands after taking a wicket (Getty Images)

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Keshav Maharaj explains why DJ plays 'Ram Siya Ram' every time he comes in to bat

AB de Villiers was left frustrated by Cricket South Africa announcing a second-string squad for the two-Test series in New Zealand because of SA20 league.

AB de Villiers congratulating Virat Kohli during ODI World Cup 2023 (Getty Images)

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'I don't know whom to blame, but I sense something is wrong': AB de Villiers left annoyed after IND vs SA two-Test series

Shreyas Iyer, who played at the crucial No. 5 position in the two-match Test series, amassed only 41 runs across four innings, averaging 13.67.&nbsp;

Former India captain and legendary batter, Sunil Gavaskar.

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'He is not the only player who failed': Sunil Gavaskar comes in defence of Mumbai batter after ordinary SA tour

Mukesh Kumar expressed satisfaction with his performance during the second test against South Africa, contributing to India's series-levelling win at Newlands Stadium in Cape Town.

India's Mukesh Kumar prepares to deliver a ball. (Getty Images)

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Mukesh Kumar reveals the difference between bowling on Indian pitches and South African tracks

Batting great Sunil Gavaskar said that the true test of batters isn't just on fast and bouncy pitches, like those in SENA countries but also in spin-friendly conditions.

Left: Batting great Sunil Gavaskar. Right: India's Virat Kohli and South Africa's Dean Elgar in this frame.

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'Sorry, you're not a batter...': Sunil Gavaskar cracks whip after India vs South Africa's 2nd Test wrapped up inside two days

In a pure class of humility Jasprit Bumrah won hearts of millions after denying to take credit from Mohammed Siraj while translating latter's comments during the post-match presentation.

India's ace pacers Jasprit Bumrah (right) and Mohammed Siraj during IND vs SA's 2nd Test's post match presentation

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WATCH: 'Translator' Jasprit Bumrah refuses to take credit from Mohammed Siraj during 2nd Test's post-match presentation, wins hearts

India's batting juggernaut Virat Kohli presented his signed jersey to South Africa's star spinner Keshav Maharaj after Rohit Sharma &amp; Co. bulldozed Proteas by seven wickets in the second Test.

Virat Kohli presented his autographed jersey to Keshav Maharaj after the conclusion of IND vs SA's 2nd Test 

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Virat Kohli gifts signed jersey to Keshav Maharaj after India's win in 2nd Test, spinner reacts with a special post

Rishabh Pant is likely to regain full fitness and return to the action in IPL 2024. Sanjay Manjrekar has predicted that KL Rahul and Shreyas Iyer will fight for the no.5 spot when Pant returns.

Team India celebrates a wicket in the second Test versus South Africa (left); Rishabh Pant plays a shot (right). (Getty Images)

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Sanjay Manjrekar names two batters who will fight for middle-order spot once Rishabh Pant returns

IND vs SA 2nd Test: Rohit Sharma-led India outclassed the hosts with a seven-wicket win in Cape Town. India became the first Asian team to beat South Africa in Cape Town.

Virat Kohli's antics during trophy presentation (Screengrab: X)

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Virat Kohli leaves India-South Africa players in splits during trophy presentation, watch viral video

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Mumbai Indians are reportedly in a bid to include Sri Lanka's Charith Asalanka as a replacement player for the last leg of IPL 2025

Mumbai Indians are likely to include Sri Lanka's Charith Asalanka in their squad for last leg of IPL 2025

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Double blow to KKR ahead of RCB clash, two star overseas players likely to be unavailable for remainder of IPL 2025

The likes of Tim David, Romario Shepherd, Lungi Ngidi, Jacob Bethell, Liam Livingstone and Phil Salt have rejoined RCB's squad ahead of IPL 2025's resumption

RCB have received a major boost as many overseas stars have made their return to the squad

The likes of Phil Salt, Tim David, Romario Shepherd and many more have rejoined the RCB squad

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South African legend AB De Villiers confessed that he used to dislike India's batting maestro Virat Kohli in early days

AB De Villiers admitted disliking his former RCB teammate Virat Kohli earlier

AB De Villiers said that Virat Kohli was an absolute pain to play against

South African legend AB de Villiers (L) and India's batting maestro Virat Kohli in this frame

AB De Villiers admits hating Virat Kohli initially, says 'He's an absolute pain, I didn't really like him a lot because...'

Young Mitchell Owen who has two T20 centuries will be available for selection ahead of Punjab Kings' upcoming clash against Rajasthan Royals.

Mitchell Owen played for Babar Azam-led Peshawar Zalmi in PSL 2025.

Owen was highest run-scorer in Big Bash League 2024-25.

Not just Owen, Kusal Mendis has left PSL franchise to join Gujarat Titans.

Mitchell Owen, Ricky Ponting

After Mumbai Indians' Corbin Bosch, young Australian recruit leaves PSL midway to join Punjab Kings ahead of IPL 2025's resumption

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Following Golden State Warriors' eventual exit, Charles Barkley did not refrain from taking a brutal shot at the ageing trio of the team.

The Golden State Warriors lost the Game 5 to the Timberwolves on Wednesday.

With the loss, Warriors' campaign has come to an end.

Charles Barkley, Stephen Curry, Draymond Green, and Jimmy Butler

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Stephen Curry and Steve Kerr in the frame.

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South Africa vs India Match Stats

2nd Test, Newlands, Cape Town

ICC reveals rating for bouncy Newlands pitch which witnessed shortest Test match, hands one demerit point

Match Details

India tour of South Africa, 2023/24

Wed 3 January, 13:30:00 IST

South Africa, who chose to bat

Newlands, Cape Town

Team Details

Team Form (Last 5 Matches)

Head To Head ( Last 5 Matches )

India in South Africa, 4 T20I Series, 2024 On Nov 15

SA
148 (18.2 ov)

IND
283/1 (20.0 ov)

India beat South Africa by 135 runs

India in South Africa, 4 T20I Series, 2024 On Nov 13

SA
208/7 (20.0 ov)

IND
219/6 (20.0 ov)

India beat South Africa by 11 runs

India in South Africa, 4 T20I Series, 2024 On Nov 10

SA
128/7 (19.0 ov)

IND
124/6 (20.0 ov)

South Africa beat India by 3 wickets

Umpires

Umpire
Ahsan Raza (PAK), Langton Rusere (ZIM) and Paul Reiffel (AUS)

Referee
Chris Broad (ENG)

News updates

ICC reveals rating for bouncy Newlands pitch which witnessed shortest Test match, hands one demerit point

Keshav Maharaj explains why DJ plays 'Ram Siya Ram' every time he comes in to bat

'I don't know whom to blame, but I sense something is wrong': AB de Villiers left annoyed after IND vs SA two-Test series

'He is not the only player who failed': Sunil Gavaskar comes in defence of Mumbai batter after ordinary SA tour

Mukesh Kumar reveals the difference between bowling on Indian pitches and South African tracks

'Sorry, you're not a batter...': Sunil Gavaskar cracks whip after India vs South Africa's 2nd Test wrapped up inside two days

WATCH: 'Translator' Jasprit Bumrah refuses to take credit from Mohammed Siraj during 2nd Test's post-match presentation, wins hearts

Virat Kohli gifts signed jersey to Keshav Maharaj after India's win in 2nd Test, spinner reacts with a special post

Sanjay Manjrekar names two batters who will fight for middle-order spot once Rishabh Pant returns

Virat Kohli leaves India-South Africa players in splits during trophy presentation, watch viral video

South Africa vs India Match Stats

2nd Test, Newlands, Cape Town

ICC reveals rating for bouncy Newlands pitch which witnessed shortest Test match, hands one demerit point

Match Details

India tour of South Africa, 2023/24

Wed 3 January, 13:30:00 IST

South Africa, who chose to bat

Newlands, Cape Town

Team Details

Team Form (Last 5 Matches)

Head To Head ( Last 5 Matches )

India in South Africa, 4 T20I Series, 2024 On Nov 15

SA148 (18.2 ov)

IND283/1 (20.0 ov)

India beat South Africa by 135 runs

India in South Africa, 4 T20I Series, 2024 On Nov 13

SA208/7 (20.0 ov)

IND219/6 (20.0 ov)

India beat South Africa by 11 runs

India in South Africa, 4 T20I Series, 2024 On Nov 10

SA128/7 (19.0 ov)

IND124/6 (20.0 ov)

South Africa beat India by 3 wickets

Umpires

UmpireAhsan Raza (PAK), Langton Rusere (ZIM) and Paul Reiffel (AUS)

RefereeChris Broad (ENG)

News updates

ICC reveals rating for bouncy Newlands pitch which witnessed shortest Test match, hands one demerit point

Keshav Maharaj explains why DJ plays 'Ram Siya Ram' every time he comes in to bat

'I don't know whom to blame, but I sense something is wrong': AB de Villiers left annoyed after IND vs SA two-Test series

'He is not the only player who failed': Sunil Gavaskar comes in defence of Mumbai batter after ordinary SA tour

Mukesh Kumar reveals the difference between bowling on Indian pitches and South African tracks

'Sorry, you're not a batter...': Sunil Gavaskar cracks whip after India vs South Africa's 2nd Test wrapped up inside two days

WATCH: 'Translator' Jasprit Bumrah refuses to take credit from Mohammed Siraj during 2nd Test's post-match presentation, wins hearts

Virat Kohli gifts signed jersey to Keshav Maharaj after India's win in 2nd Test, spinner reacts with a special post

Sanjay Manjrekar names two batters who will fight for middle-order spot once Rishabh Pant returns

Virat Kohli leaves India-South Africa players in splits during trophy presentation, watch viral video

SA
148 (18.2 ov)

IND
283/1 (20.0 ov)

SA
208/7 (20.0 ov)

IND
219/6 (20.0 ov)

SA
128/7 (19.0 ov)

IND
124/6 (20.0 ov)

Umpire
Ahsan Raza (PAK), Langton Rusere (ZIM) and Paul Reiffel (AUS)

Referee
Chris Broad (ENG)