SA vs IND: The third test will start from January 11 at the Newlands in Cape Town.© AFP
South Africa took a stunning win in the second Test against India at the Wanderers in Johannesburg. The hosts won the match by seven wickets to make it 1-1. Proteas skipper Dean Elgar remained undefeated at 96 as South Africa managed to force the series to a decision. With the series-defining third test starting January 11 at the Newlands in Cape Town, former South African pacemaker Vernon Philander said the hosts will retire to one of their “favorite hunting grounds” despite agreeing that there won’t be many to do. distinguish between the two sides.
“When I come to Newlands, one of our favorite hunting grounds, I’m really looking forward to the final test. It’s going to be a blast. I don’t think there’s much between the two teams going into Cape Town,” Philander told cricket. .co.za
Philander, who took 224 wickets for South Africa in 64 Tests, believes the win over India in Johannesburg will boost the confidence of the South African players, adding that the hosts could win the series.
“The last test would have given South Africa a huge boost on all fronts. Often that is all you need, one win as a team to give you that confidence and momentum. They will feel they have that behind them now and they can go on to win the series,” he added.
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The final Test in Cape Town will be followed by three One-Day Internationals, starting with the first game at the Boland Park in Paarl from January 19.
The second ODI will also be played at the same venue before both teams return to Cape Town for the third and final ODI.
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