India vs South Africa 2nd Test, Day 1 Live Score Updates: Siraj's

Siraj Stars With Ball as India Restricts South Africa to Paltry 55

Mohammed Siraj was the star with the ball for India as he returned figures of 6/47 to bundle South Africa out for just 55 in the first innings. His probing line and length outside off stump troubled the South African batsmen and he picked up wickets at regular intervals to put India in a dominating position.

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India Takes 36-Run Lead at Stumps

In response, India was bowled out for 153 thanks to a late collapse which saw them lose their final six wickets for zero runs. But they still managed to take a handy 36-run lead. At stumps on Day 1, South Africa were 62/3 and trailing India by 36 runs.

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Table Summary of India vs South Africa 2nd Test, Day 1 Live Score Updates:

Heading	Summary
Siraj Stars With Ball as India Restricts South Africa to Paltry 55	Mohammed Siraj picked up 6 wickets for 47 runs to bowl out South Africa for just 55 runs. His probing line and length troubled the South African batsmen.
India Takes 36-Run Lead at Stumps	India was bowled out for 153 runs but managed to take a 36-run lead. A late collapse saw them lose their last 6 wickets for 0 runs.
Markram and Bedingham Stannd Tall For South Africa	Aiden Markram (30) and David Bedingham (22) added 35 runs for the 4th wicket to take South Africa to 62/3 at stumps, still trailing India by 36 runs.
Pitch Proves Tricky For Batters in Cape Town	The Newlands pitch was two-paced and assisted the pacers, with a total of 24 wickets falling on Day 1. The behavior of the pitch will be key in subsequent days.

Markram and Bedingham Stannd Tall For South Africa

Aiden Markram (30*) and David Bedingham (22*) put on a solid 35-run stand for the fourth wicket to take South Africa through to stumps on Day 1 with seven wickets remaining. But they still have a lot of work to do to chase down India’s lead on Sunday.

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Pitch Proves Tricky For Batters in Cape Town

The surface at Newlands proved two-paced and offered significant assistance to the pacers. As many as 24 wickets fell on the opening day of the second Test, indicating how much the pitch was doing.It will be interesting to see how it behaves on Day 2 and 3.

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What is the highest total in Test cricket?

The highest total in Test cricket is 952/6 declared, achieved by Sri Lanka against India in 1997. This remarkable feat was accomplished in a match played at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo.

Has India won any Test match in South Africa?

Yes, India has won Test matches in South Africa. In fact, India achieved their first-ever Test victory in South Africa during their tour in 2010-2011. The match took place at the Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg, and India won by an innings and 25 runs.

How many Tests has India won in South Africa?

India has won a total of three Test matches in South Africa. Apart from their victory in Johannesburg in 2010-2011, India also won a Test match in Durban during the same tour. Their third victory came in the 2018-2019 tour, where they won a Test match in Johannesburg.

Which Indian has scored the most runs against South Africa in Test cricket?

The Indian batsman who has scored the most runs against South Africa in Test cricket is Sachin Tendulkar. In his illustrious career, Tendulkar scored a total of 1,928 runs against South Africa in Test matches.

How many times has India won against South Africa in Test cricket?

India has emerged victorious against South Africa in Test cricket a total of nine times. These wins have come in matches played both in India and South Africa.

How many Test matches has South Africa won?

As of the latest update, South Africa has won a total of 347 Test matches. They have a strong cricketing history and have been a formidable team in the longer format of the game.

What is the record of India vs. South Africa in South Africa?

India’s record against South Africa in South Africa is a mixed one. Out of the 19 Test series played between the two teams in South Africa, India has won three, lost nine, and drawn seven series.

Has India ever won a Test match in Cape Town?

Yes, India has won a Test match in Cape Town. In the 2018-2019 tour, India won the first Test match against South Africa at Newlands Cricket Ground in Cape Town. This victory was a significant achievement for the Indian team.

Which team has never won a Test series in South Africa?

As of now, Bangladesh is the team that has never won a Test series in South Africa. However, it is worth noting that Bangladesh has only played one Test series against South Africa in South Africa so far.

Which country has won the most Test series?

Australia holds the record for winning the most Test series in the history of cricket. They have won a staggering 333 Test series, showcasing their dominance in the longer format of the game.