Hashim Amla and Faf du Plessis' patience was much needed
throughout the series for South Africa. They did well to defend the ball which
posed a threat even after landing on the half-volley length.
But as the partnership started to become threatening, Amit
Mishra broke Amla and Du Plessis' resistance. Amla was outclassed by a beauty,
but one cannot admire the way Du Plessis' got out - it was a rash shot which
was unnecessary and there were many examples of such a hurried-display by the
Proteas batsmen at Mohali as well.
As soon as Amla and Du Plessis got out, an Indian victory
was just a matter of time and within six days, South Africa's nine-year old
unbeaten record in Test series broke.
The Nagpur track has been the subject of debate throughout
this Test match. Yes, it was a difficult track to bat, but in my opinion, not
an impossible one. Amla and Du Plessis showed us all that patience and
technique were mostly required to survive on this track.
Thank You
Thank You
Faisal Caesar
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