IND vs SA, 1st Test, Day 3: Batting On Indian Tracks Is Tough, Says Dean Elgar

Elgar said that it is really tough to bat in Indian conditions and he learnt from the experience he had on his last tour with the team

The third day of the first Test between India and South Africa in Visakhapatnam undoubtedly belonged to Proteas opener Dean Elgar. He slammed an amazing 287-ball 160 on a wicket that not only provided Ashwin and Jadeja with turn, but the oddball also jumped after hitting the crack. Elger left the Indian bowlers frustrated as he batted for the entire two sessions. He continued his brilliant batting after the tea break as well but it was left-arm spinner Ravindra Jadeja who got the breakthrough. Elgar played a slog-sweep into the hands of Cheteshwar Pujara off Jadeja’s delivery, handing over hosts the much-needed success. Here’s the video:

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Speaking after the day's play, Elgar said that it is really tough to bat in Indian conditions and he learnt from the experience he had on his last tour with the team. “It's good to contribute once again. Playing in India is very tough. The last time I was here, I was very experienced. In those four years, I have grown a lot as a cricketer. I have played county cricket, which has helped,” he pointed. Asked on what he tried differently this time around, Elgar said, “If you want to use our last series in India, we shouldn't use that because of the wickets. You need to defend well against spinners because then you give yourself the best chance of attacking. County cricket with Surrey has helped a lot. “Playing spin is something I have been conscious of, and you will face a lot of spin when coming to India. (Hitting the ball in the air) I think you have to find your strengths. That's a strength of mine, and thankfully it worked out in this game. Implementing those, and obviously on this wicket, which has played well.”