On day three\u2019s play at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium, South Africa, riding on Marco Jansen\u2019s six\u2011wicket haul, bowled out India for 201 to get a 288-run lead. \"It\u2019s rare to witness a visiting side dominate three days of cricket in India like this. South Africa got off to a good start by winning the toss and choosing to bat first, a decision that paid off.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cSince then, every move they\u2019ve made\u2014whether in terms of batting application or bowling management\u2014has been spot on. In my view, their strategy and execution in these Guwahati conditions have outshined India\u2019s efforts,\" said Steyn on JioStar.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
By stumps, openers Ryan Rickelton and Aiden Markram had guided the visitors to 26\/0, stretching the lead to 314 runs. Having already won the opening Test in Kolkata, South Africa are closing in on their first Test series win in India since Hansie Cronje\u2019s side triumphed in 2000.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cThere were a few nervy moments with edges flying past the bat, but overall South Africa got off to a solid start. Rickelton even managed a boundary off Bumrah, who has bowled over 30 overs in demanding conditions.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cConsidering Bumrah has been on the field for 150 overs and has only spent 80 in the shed, having to come back out to bowl again is a tough ask for him and Siraj, while the spinners rest.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cThere were a few nervy moments with edges flying past the bat, but overall South Africa got off to a solid start. Rickelton even managed a boundary off Bumrah, who has bowled over 30 overs in demanding conditions.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
He also felt South Africa\u2019s decision to bat again in the game and not enforce a follow-on was the right one. \u201cThe decision to continue batting was the right one\u2014aiming to stay positive, take calculated risks, and if a wicket falls, so be it. Tomorrow provides a full day of batting in more favourable conditions, offering an opportunity to build on this position,\" concluded Steyn.<\/p>\r\n\r\n