SA vs IND Dream11 Prediction 2nd Test, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Predicted Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Updates
South Africa will aim to continue their winning momentum.
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Get ready for an intense battle at Newlands, Cape Town, where South Africa (SA) and India (IND) lock horns for the 2nd Test match in the India tour of South Africa 2023-2024. As the series progresses, South Africa holds the upper hand with a commanding lead of 1-0, courtesy of a resounding victory by an innings and 32 runs in the 1st Test match.
In the first innings of the previous encounter, India, after being put to bat by South Africa, faced an early top-order collapse. Despite this, a resilient display by KL Rahul, alongside partnerships from Virat Kohli and Shreyas Iyer, managed to salvage the innings, culminating in a total of 245 runs. South Africa's Kagiso Rabada and Nandre Burger made crucial breakthroughs, keeping the pressure on the Indian batting lineup. In response, South Africa countered strongly, posting a formidable 408 runs. Dean Elgar led the charge with a remarkable knock, falling short of a double century by a mere 15 runs, well supported by vital contributions from Marco Jansen. Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj posed threats, claiming crucial wickets for India.
The second innings witnessed India battling against a significant trail by 163 runs. Despite early dismissals, a partnership between Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli provided some stability, but India faced a massive collapse afterward. Kohli's valiant half-century wasn't enough to withstand South Africa's determined bowling attack, eventually leading to India's downfall, being bowled out for 131 runs. Kagiso Rabada, Nandre Burger, and Marco Jansen once again emerged as pivotal figures, securing vital wickets for South Africa. With South Africa commanding the series, India are determined to bounce back and level the series, setting the stage for an enthralling contest in the 2nd Test match at Newlands.
Match Information
South Africa vs India, 2nd Test
India tour of South Africa, 3 Jan 2024, Wed, 1:30 PM IST, Newlands, Cape Town
Broadcast
Star Sports Network
Live Stream
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Weather Report
Clouds
14.4°C
72% (Humidity)
Team Form (Last 5 matches)
Probable Playing XI
South Africa
AK Markram, D Elgar (C), T de Zorzi, T Stubbs, DG Bedingham, K Verreynne (wk), M Jansen, KA Maharaj, K Rabada, N Burger, L Ngidi
Bench : G Coetzee, Wiaan Mulder, KD Petersen, MP Breetzke, H Klaasen, RR Hendricks, DA Miller, D Ferreira, AL Phehlukwayo, OEG Baartman, T Shamsi, LB Williams, BE Hendricks, HE van der Dussen, Mihlali Mpongwana, T Bavuma
India
Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rohit Sharma (C), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, S Iyer, KL Rahul (wk), RA Jadeja, JJ Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Mukesh Kumar
Bench : Shardul Thakur, Ravichandran Ashwin, AR Easwaran, KS Bharat, Ishan Kishan, JM Sharma, SA Yadav, RD Gaikwad, Tilak Varma, RK Singh, Washington Sundar, Arshdeep Singh, Ravi Bishnoi, DL Chahar, KL Yadav, Sai Sudharsan, SV Samson, Axar Patel, Avesh Khan, RM Patidar, Yuzvendra Chahal, Akash Deep, M Shami
Injury and availability news
Pitch Report
70%
Pace Bowling
30%
Spin Bowling
40%
Batting Pitch
277
Average Score
60%
Bowling Pitch
Player Picks
Dean Elgar SA | BAT
As a top-order batter, Elgar's monumental 185-run innings played a defining role in the first match, anchoring the South African innings with grit and determination.
Marco Jansen SA | ALL
Not just a valuable all-rounder but a game-changer, contributing substantially with 84 runs and capturing four pivotal wickets. His dual impact bodes well for South Africa's balance.
KL Rahul IND | BAT
Displaying remarkable form, Rahul's century (105 runs) was a testament to his skill and ability to anchor the innings, providing a strong foundation for India's batting.
Avoid Having These Players In Your Fantasy Sports Team
Shardul Thakur
IND | BOWL
His bowling performance was unimpressive in the last match, so he can be avoided in your fantasy team.
Keegan Petersen
SA | BAT
His batting performance was unimpressive in the last match, so he can be avoided in your fantasy team.
Last Updated On - Jan 3 2024 1:20 PM
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