2025 Jun 12, 17:00
In a remarkable display of resilience, KL Rahul led India's fightback against South Africa in the Boxing Day Test at Centurion. Despite a challenging pitch and an intimidating bowling attack, Rahul's unbeaten 70 guided India from a shaky 92/4 to a respectable 208/8 by the end of the day. His innings was a perfect blend of caution and aggression, playing a pivotal role in India's recovery. Rahul's ability to handle tough situations was evident as he batted alongside the tailenders, showcasing his mettle against the South African seamers. The Indian team management praised him as India's "crisis man," recognizing his invaluable contribution
Adding to his stature as a dependable player, Rahul had previously scored a century at Centurion in the 2021 Boxing Day Test. Former India batter Sanjay Bangar emphasized the importance of Rahul's experience as an opener, describing it as "worth its weight in gold." With 41 Test innings as an opener, it was only the second time he batted outside the top-three positions in his career. Looking at his Test record across various batting positions, Rahul has proven himself time and again. As India gears up for the 1st Test against South Africa, fans are eager to watch Rahul in action. The match will begin at 13:30 in India, with the morning session lasting two hours and lunch being taken around 15:30. The second session will also be a two-hour affair, followed by a tea break around 18:10
After a 20-minute break, the final session will commence at 18:30, with stumps being declared at around 20:30. Fans in India can catch all the action between India and South Africa on the Disney+ Hotstar platform, both on the app and website. The match will be telecasted in multiple languages, including English, Hindi, and Vernacular. For those looking to make predictions and win on international cricket matches, the latest odds, betting tips, and fixtures from India can be found here.