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SA vs IND, 1st Test Day 3: Dean Elgar's 185 helps secure a 100+ run lead

  • Dean Elgar's remarkable innings of 185 give South Africa a lead exceeding 100 runs in the Boxing Day Test against India
  • Shardul Thakur's breakthrough ends the substantial partnership between Elgar and Marco Jansen
  • The Proteas (338/5) lead by 93 runs, with Marco Jansen contributing significantly to their strong position

28 Dec 2023

 SA vs IND, 1st Test Day 3: Dean Elgar's 185 helps secure a 100+ run lead

In the ongoing Boxing Day Test between South Africa and India, the balance of the game tilted in favor of the Proteas as Dean Elgar's stellar performance led them to a substantial lead. On Day 3, Elgar, scoring 185 runs, formed crucial partnerships, including a 111-run stand with Marco Jansen. This pushed South Africa's lead past 100 runs, placing them in a strong position in the Test match.

India's efforts to break through were finally rewarded as Shardul Thakur dismissed Elgar, breaking a significant partnership. However, South Africa, led by Elgar and Jansen, had already reached a dominant position.

The game's dynamics set the stage for an exciting Test match, with India relying on the second new ball to make further breakthroughs. The pitch conditions, with some cracks developing, provide an opportunity for Indian bowlers to exploit and make a comeback.

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