“They Are Used To…”: Faf Du Plessis’ Crystal Clear Take On India’s Troubles In South Africa | Cricket News

Former South Africa cricket workforce skipper Faf du Plessis defined why India batters discover it tough to barter the Proteas circumstances. India have by no means received a Test sequence in South Africa and will probably be an achievement that the Rohit Sharma-led aspect will look to lastly conquer when the take the sector within the Test sequence beginning December 26 in Centurion. Faf defined that South African pitches present an additional bounce compared to Indian pitches and that creates an ‘extra danger’ for Indian batters.

“It’s the bounce. There is almost one full hand of extra bounce here, compared to what they usually face in India. They are used to hitting the ball on the up there, but with the bounce on offer and lateral movement, there is additional risk at play if you haven’t done it before and are not used to the lift. The key to doing well in South Africa is to leave well and be there for a long period,” Faf instructed The Indian Express.

The former South Africa skipper additionally gave a suggestion for India batter in terms of enjoying the South African bowlers. He stated that Indian batters want to go away the great balls and capitalise on the unhealthy balls that can be utilized to attain runs.

“I remember the 2018 series, where they ran us close. They left the ball really well then and that is the key to be a successful Test side in South Africa. You have got to be patient and respect the conditions at all times. You need to have a good plan as to how you play the short balls with the extra bounce and how well you leave them,” the previous South Africa skipper defined.