Cape Town Pitch Report: Team India will be aiming to breach the Newlands’ fortress when they face hosts South Africa in second Test match at Newlands Cricket Ground in Cape Town, starting January 3.
With India trailing 0-1 in the series, Rohit Sharma and his team would be aiming to conclude their month-long tour with a victory at a venue where they have faced setbacks.
Let’s take a look at the conditions of the Newlands Cricket Ground pitch and its previous Test records.
IND vs SA 2nd Test Pitch Report
Similar to the Centurion pitch, the Cape Town wicket is set to provide more assist to the pacers. The pitch at Newlands Cricket Ground will have grass, providing swing and bounce to fast bowlers. But there is also potential support for spinners in the match on the last two days.
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Winning the toss and opting to bat would be a right call on this pitch.
Team India’s Test Record at Newlands Stadium
So far, 59 international Test matches have been played at Newlands Cricket Ground. The last Test match played here was between South Africa and India, in which India suffered a defeat.
The Indian cricket team has played a total of 6 Tests at this venue and are yet to secure a win. The hosts have managed to beat India 4 times on this ground, while 2 Tests ended in a draw.
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