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So that’s the short check in cricket history. India finally managed to defeat South Africa in Cape Town and Rohit Sharma became the first Indian captain to do so. The trophy was presented to him, South African captain Dean Elgar and the two. posing for photographs while sharing this series and the final frontier still remains impassable for India. The Indian team and all the staff also pose for a team photo. The Men in Blue are now focused on the three-game T20I series against Afghanistan. The first game will be played on Thursday, January 11 at 7 p. m. IST (13:30 GMT), while South African players will register in their respective groups for the SA20 which begins on Wednesday, January 10. See you next time. , congratulations and goodbye!
India’s victorious captain Rohit Sharma presents an India jersey signed by all the players to Dean Elgar as a farewell gift. He said he felt the players played brilliantly and that their plans worked. He also credits hitters for hitting deep and taking advantage in the early innings, but he’s disappointed with the last 6 outings they lost without a run. He appreciates Siraj for casting a fiery spell and says it was all about throwing the balls into the right areas. He mentions that South Africa has been a challenge, but they continue their performances while traveling to other countries. He credits South Africa for being such a smart cricket team and is also proud of his team’s performance. About Dean Elgar, he says he is a difficult hitter to have in opposition and everyone appreciates how vital he has been to his country and wishes him the best for his future. He continues to collect the trophy with Dean Elgar as the series ends 1-1.
Dean Elgar, the captain of South Africa, says it was a difficult defeat to accept, as they came into this game with higher expectations and momentum. He added that a 2-0 result would have been good. He talks more about the land and says that it was a ripper, but at first glance it looked like a clever little gate. He further concludes that he does not regret the decision to strike first given the balance, but unfortunately, they ended up on the side of the recipients.
South Africa captain Dean Elgar and Jasprit Bumrah are the JOINT PLAYERS OF THE SERIES. Elgar says he would have liked to do a little more in this tweak, but he’s pleased with its overall functionality. Also, he says that as a player you have to compare yourself to the best and that it was wonderful to face this lineup of bowling from India, although he is glad not to have to face them again. She concludes that the green bag she was carrying with that fit was from 2012 and that she has many memories and is still special. Bumrah says this floor is special to him and it feels smart to achieve a fit here. He adds that 2018 was a very important year for the bowling unit and they started running their bowling functionality in foreign conditions. It’s been a tough road so far and he mentions that bowling in South Africa has been tough. He mentions that he didn’t expect the match to be over in two days, and it’s amazing how test cricket gives you surprises.
Mohammed Siraj is the MAN OF THE MATCH for his incredible effort in bowling. Siraj says it’s smart to get his most productive numbers in test cricket and looks to play in consistent areas. He mentions that he has worked his line and length. since the last game and they executed it well in this game. He mentions that Bumrah sets the standard for pacemakers and that it’s fun to play along. He thanks his enthusiasts even more and asks them to continue to help him.
Presentation Time. . .
Having opted to strike first after winning the draw, Dean Elgarr’s resolve failed when the Indian leaders, led by career-best Mohammed Siraj of 6 out of 15, eliminated South Africa by just 55, which is the lowest score of any team. opposed to India in the tests. Only Kyle Verreynne and David Bedingham scored a brace. After lunch on the first day, India seemed in a position with Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill steadying the ship. However, a shocking impact caused them to lose six windows. With no points, setting an unwanted record for themselves by losing the maximum of terrains with the same score, they were eliminated by 153. Despite the partnership between Virat Kohli and KL Rahul, South Africa’s Lungi Ngidi, the triple-terrain woman after tea, tipped the momentum in her favor. , restricting India’s lead to 98 points.
There was anticipation that Day 2 of this Test would turn out to be the Final Day and that is exactly what happened but there was no shortage of entertainment. It all started with Jasprit Bumrah getting an early wicket in the very first over. A couple of poor shot selections mixed with some excellent catching saw the Proteas reeling at 111 for 7. However, just when the visitors were looking in control, KL Rahul dropped Aiden Markram on 73 which made the batter take an ultra-aggressive approach. He smashed Prasidh Krishna all over the park in the next over and then registered a scintillating hundred on a pitch where no other batter could even cross the 50-run mark. He dedicated this century to his skipper, Dean Elgar who bids adieu to international cricket. His solo fight came to an end when he was dismissed on 106 and the tail couldn’t wag much as they only managed to set up a target of 79 runs. Yashasvi Jaiswal provided a quick-fire start along with Rohit Sharma to India and almost cut the deficit in half. They did lose, Jaiswal, Shubman Gill, and Virat Kohli, but the captain stayed unbeaten on 17 while Shreyas Iyer hit the winning runs to seal the victory.
INDIA MAKES HISTORY! It was in January 2021, when India broke the ‘Fortress Gabba’ after 32 years and now, in January 2024, they managed to break with Newlands in Cape Town. In doing so, they became the first Asian team to defeat South Africa. in this field. The Men in Blue also tied the two-game series and completed the feat for the first time since 2011. This check also becomes the fastest check in the history of cricket in terms of balls, as it only took 642 valid balls to get us a result.
Marco Jansen to Shreyas Iyer, FOUR! Shreyas Iyer sealed the deal and India leveled the series. Marco Jansen the complete book and the lines. Shreyas Iyer throws it straight to the ground and all the defensive players stand in the 30-yard circle. The ball hits the fence and India gains final control through 7 wickets. We say goodbye to Dean Elgar, as does everyone. the players of both teams. It was an emotional moment on the field for Elgar as he fought back tears. India are yet to win a Test series on South African soil but they managed to score the match. It was a historic victory for India, the first in Cape Town.
Marco Jansen to Shreyas Iyer, complete and visitor. Shreyas Iyer catches up with him and pushes him halfway. Oh, no! Marco Jansen went over the crossbar and the referee blew the whistle for No-Ball. Jansen will have to resuscitate him.
He scored Jansen to Shreyas Iyer, a very spicy goalkeeper who kept going up. Shreyas Iyer is distraught as he jumps up and pushes him with his gloves in front of the lanyard.
Marco Jansen to Shreyas Iyer, brief blow. Shreyas Iyer shoots but fails to locate the connection. The goalkeeper manages to get a glove on him and prevents additional runs.
Marco Jansen to Shreyas Iyer, On the hard length around off. Shreyas Iyer blocks it off his back foot on the off side.
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Marco Jansen to Shreyas Iyer, Fuller, and on the stumps. Shreyas Iyer blocks it from the crease into the ground.
Marco Jansen in Virat Kohli, OUT!CAUGHT BEHIND! An excellent review from South Africa and Virat Kohli probably couldn’t go unbeaten here. Marco Jansen hits the court for a while and on the side of the leg, Virat Kohli tries to finish and passes for the hook, but misses. The ball passes very close to his gloves and Kyle Verreynne moves to his left to catch it. There is an appeal but it is dismissed. The South African players looked confident and Elgar took control. This turns out to be a wonderful move because UltraEdge presents a spike when the ball is close to the gloves. Kohli smiles and returns to the cabin when the call to the box is canceled. Shreyas Iyer is the next player for India just one stroke away from victory!
Kagiso Rabada to Virat Kohli, A fraction fuller, angling into the right-hander, Virat Kohli walks down the pitch again and tucks it to mid on for a single.
Kagiso Rabada to Virat Kohli, FOUR! It’s more like that. He did what he intended to do on the last ball. Kagiso Rabada plays this backwards, around the middle and leg, Virat Kohli goes around the court and hits him in the middle of the wicket to limit.
Kagiso Rabada to Virat Kohli, Very unlike Virat Kohli! Kagiso Rabada pitches this short, hard into the deck, over middle, Virat Kohli dances down the track and looks to play across the line. The ball zips past to the keeper.
Kagiso Rabada to Rohit Sharma, ELIMINATED! Turns out South African players don’t need Rohit Sharma out of here. Kagiso Rabada hits this short rounder, Rohit Sharma looks for his favorite shot but gets a more sensible edge as the ball flies miles in the air, Zorzi’s Tony at one point tries to settle underneath for an opposite cutArray but tips over. in the end. A bachelor is taken. Now, the description you have read so far is based on what we have noticed live. The replays say more about what happened. Tony de Zorzi is on the spot and hesitates to try to catch him because he believes that he belongs to Marco Jansen, who has status in the ravine area. For a while Zorzi is heard saying “your turn” to Jansen and someone else also shouts the same thing: it’s the bowler, Rabada. The leader clearly sees that he is Zorzi’s control. Finally, Tony de Zorzi gets under the skier, he doesn’t keep his balance and his hands move too and, to be fair, he never seemed to take control. He is ruled out and Rabada loses the chance to dismiss Rohit Sharma once again in Test cricket.
Kagiso Rabada to Rohit Sharma, with a very intelligent period. Rohit Sharma blocks him on the opposite side and refuses to run. It turns out that the Indians don’t want to take any chances against Kagiso Rabada.
Kagiso Rabada to Virat Kohli, On the Finished Field. Virat Kohli pushes it into the middle of the wicket and takes a single.
Marco Jansen to Rohit Sharma, FOUR!Marco Jansen saves it wide of the post. Rohit Sharma passes him through midfield. The ball is well hit and goes off the fence for 4 more points. It took 11 to point the series now.
Marco Jansen to Rohit Sharma, slower and fuller on the outside. Rohit Sharma is hit while trying to play offside.
Marco Jansen to Virat Kohli, on length. Virat Kohli sends it to the center of the box for a single. A much-needed miracle for South Africa now.
Marco Jansen to Virat Kohli, FOUR! Marco Jansen sticks to the difficult duration and throws it into the pads. Virat Kohli walks through it with intelligent synchronization. The ball runs away towards the skinny legged fence for 4 runs. It took 16 more to win.
Marco Jansen to Virat Kohli, almost caught and played! Marco Jansen falls on a long, in the middle, sticks a little to the surface, Virat Kohli is a little early in his education and ends up propelling him on the field, but the ball lands very far from the pitcher.
Marco Jansen to Virat Kohli, Marco Jansen shoots very short and the ball goes over Rohit Sharma’s head, he leaves it as the referee signals out.
Marco Jansen to Virat Kohli, Fuller and out. Virat Kohli puts his arms on his shoulder and the goalkeeper will get it back.
Kagiso Rabada to Rohit Sharma, Jaffa! Kagiso Rabada sticks to the hard duration and the ball goes away after hitting the ground. Rohit Sharma seems to have cut him off when the goalkeeper appeals. South Africa opted for the test, and UltraEdge confirms that no bats were involved. South Africa loses a review.
Kagiso Rabada to Virat Kohli, A bit short around off. Virat Kohli pushes it on the off side and sets off for a quick single.
Kagiso Rabada to Virat Kohli, In a good moment outside. Virat Kohli defends. This may simply be an attractive war to watch.
Virat Kohli now sits in the middle, and India now needs 22 points.
Kagiso Rabada in Shubman Gill, OUT! FRAME! Kagiso Rabada has the last word! The most complete and forceful delivery. This one pinches and also stays low. Shubman Gill tries to cover the line and block it but gets a back advantage. The ball rolls between the stumps and Gill will also have to back off. The Proteas will fall without a fight.
Kagiso Rabada to Shubman Gill, FOUR! POWERFUL! Short and outdoors. Shubman Gill hits the ball hard and towards the cover area. The ball flew toward the fence like a tracer ball for four runs.
Kagiso Rabada to Rohit Sharma, a difficult opportunity ABANDONED!Kagiso Rabada throws it with duration and wide. Rohit Sharma goes down the court and has to catch the ball to cut it over the point. The defensive player comes from the third type and dives to catch it. However, he can’t hold on to it. Batters get a single.
Nandre Burger to Shubman Gill. At the correct length, around, forming up a bit after bouncing off the platform, Shubman Gill tries to play across the line but is hit on the outside edge.
Nandre Burger to Shubman Gill, On a very good length around off. Shubman Gill blocks it, standing back in the crease.
Nandre Burger at Shubman Gill, FOUR!Gently timed! Nandre Burger, the complete book and the lines. Shubman Gill covers the line and directs it from the sweet spot of his sword with very good timing. The ball flew into the fence for four runs. Fifty for India as well. It takes 27 races to win.
Nandre Burger at Shubman Gill, very complete and on the stump. Shubman Gill guides him through the blankets and temporarily runs some errands. 31 races to win.
Nandre Burger to Rohit Sharma, a little short on the pads. Rohit Sharma gets hit on the pads as the ball rolls towards leg. The batsmen run one when the umpire tells them to dismiss.
Nandre Burger on Rohit Sharma, outside. Rohit Sharma opted to take the shot and let the goalkeeper pick it up.
Kagiso Rabada to Shubman Gill, bounce! The duration lasts on the outside. Shubman Gill watches as the ball flies towards the goalkeeper.
Kagiso Rabada to Shubman Gill, Fuller and off pole. Shubman Gill timed his attack well but wasn’t in the gap. The defensive player in politics selects him.
Kagiso Rabada to Shubman Gill, when the duration ended. Shubman Gill blocks it patiently as he backs away from his crease.
Kagiso Rabada to Rohit Sharma, a bit short. Rohit Sharma pushes him into the leg for a single.
Kagiso Rabada to Rohit Sharma, with the right duration outside. Rohit Sharma leaves it for the guard to retrieve. Good decision.
Kagiso Rabada to Rohit Sharma, Straight and full angling on the pads. Rohit Sharma is hit high on the pads hence the light-hearted appeal.
Nandre Burger to Shubman Gill, Too short over off. Shubman Gill opts out of playing a shot and lets it go to the keeper.
Nandre Burger to Shubman Gill, at the right time outdoors. Shubman Gill locks it out in the open safely.
Aiden Markram
Dean Elgar (C)
Tony de Zorzi
Yashasvi Jaiswal
Rohit Sharma (C)
Shubman Gil