Cheteshwar Pujara's struggle with the bat continued in South Africa as India's Test specialist was dismissed on a first-ball duck in the ongoing match in Centurion.
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While fans were not impressed with Pujara's display, the right-handed batter received a warm gesture by Team India coach Rahul Dravid. In a video going viral on social media, Dravid was seen patting Pujara on the back, which left the batters in smiles. Team's premier seamer Jasprit Bumrah and Priyank Panchal can also been seen in the frame.
Despite Pujara's failure and Virat Kohli failing to convert yet another start, Team India find themselves in a good position before the start of play on Day 2.
{{/usCountry}}Despite Pujara's failure and Virat Kohli failing to convert yet another start, Team India find themselves in a good position before the start of play on Day 2.
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Riding on KL Rahul's impressive ton and good contribution by Mayank Agarwal at the top, the visitors piled 272-3 on the board at the close of play on the opening day and will now look to post a gigantic first-inning total on Monday.
Ajinkya Rahane, who is playing on 40, will lead India's charge along with Rahul, who is batting on 122.