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India tour of South Africa 2013
Sat, August 23 2014
MS Dhoni gradually completing successful transition phase for India
Since MS Dhoni took over captaincy in 2007, he has seen the retirements of numerous senior players. Yet, he has continued to build a side and his latest assignment is the tour of South Africa — where a young but confident side is eyeing success. Abhijit Banare writes about Dhoni’s calm leadership, that has helped India sail through rough waters.
Wed, December 04 2013
India tour of South Africa 2013: Test specialists leave for tour
Senior India pace bowler Zaheer Khan and prolific batsman Cheteshwar Pujara left from Mumbai by an early morning flight to South Africa along with three other players well ahead of the two-Test series against the hosts.
Sat, August 23 2014
India tour of South Africa 2013: Virat Kohli front-runner to bat at No 4 in Tests
Sachin Tendulkar’s retirement leaves a huge void at No 4 in India’s Test line-up. For over two decades, he played at that spot with great distinction and no one came close to challenge him for that role. It was only when he was injured that the likes of VVS Laxman, Rahul Dravid and Sourav Ganguly took over the mantle.
Thu, August 21 2014
India’s tour of South Africa is real acid test for MS Dhoni’s men
Although Christmas is just a few weeks away, a sense of anticipation has engulfed India’s festive season, at least for now. Teams, irrespective of formidability, have no doubt been trampled at home during recent times. The final logistics of the long process of transition was apparently complete with the lately concluded series against West Indies. Well-deserved goodbyes were bid and rich tributes paid. The focus now turns to the next generation; to their on-field capabilities. The time to put to test the newly, but meticulously, developed battalion, soon commences, and first up is an opposition that perhaps houses some of the best players in the world at the moment.
Sat, November 30 2013
Shikhar Dhawan: Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and I have ensured that Team India top order is in good shape to face South Africa
With five One-Day International (ODI) centuries this year, Shikhar Dhawan has proven that his game is a perfect combination of style and substance. His stellar performances against Australia and the West Indies hold him in good stead as India travel to South Africa next week.
Fri, November 29 2013
India does not get intimidated anymore: Allan Donald
The pace battery of South Africa is as formidable as it can get and for any team touring the Rainbow Nation can be a daunting task. India’s young brigade faces a massive test of their abilities when they tour South Africa in December 2013. Former Proteas pacer Allan Donald, however, does not think the Indian team can get intimidated. He tells Wriddhaayan Bhattacharyya that killer instincts have made MS Dhoni and co tough and set them apart.
Sat, August 23 2014
South Africa vs India 2013: How relevant are two-match Test series?
While there is enough talk about hectic scheduling in international cricket, having a two-Test series further adds to the irrelevance of a bilateral series. Abhijit Banare looks at Graeme Smith’s statement on the same.
Fri, November 29 2013
Dinesh Karthik engaged to squash player Dipika Pallikal
Indian cricketer Dinesh Karthik is engaged to squash player Dipika Pallikal.
Thu, November 28 2013
Umesh Yadav raring to go against South Africa; set to play for Vidarbha ahead of tour
Umesh Yadav loves tattoos. An artwork of Lord Shiva, on his left bicep, catches the eye because our man’s wearing a sleeveless training jersey. "I am a big follower of Lord Shiva," the pacer said on Wednesday. "He was aggressive and I think I connect to him. That’s why I have his image inked on my body. It helps me be aggressive on the field. As a fast bowler, you have to be fiery," added the Vidarbha pacer who is gearing up for the South Africa tour.
Thu, August 21 2014
India need to get the team combination absolutely right to succeed in South Africa
India's squad for the tour of South Africa has not raised many eyebrows as this looks like the group of players that will be there for the next few years. Obviously there will be some who might have missed out and some selected despite indifferent performances. The batting looks more or less settled, but it is the bowling which will hold the key to India’s success in the Test series. Shrikant Shankar has more…