And the former South African legend Jacques Callis He believes that for India to overcome the South African stronghold, it will need to rely on it Virat Kohli.Former India captain Kohli boasts of a good Test record against South Africa on their home soil. In 14 innings, Kohli has amassed 719 runs at an impressive average of 51.36. Throughout this period, Kohli made two centuries and three half-centuries.
Speaking to Star Sports, Kallis also opined that given Kohli’s good run in South Africa, he can play a pivotal role in guiding and supporting his teammates.
“He’s a huge player, no matter where he is. He’s played here for a long time and had a fair amount of success. He’ll be able to pass that knowledge on to the other players, especially the younger players and give them ideas on how to manage these conditions and then what to expect.”
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“I’m sure he would love to have a big series here in South Africa. He has been in good form. I think he will play a key role in helping India. If they want to win here, he will have to have a good performance,” Kallis said.
India’s two-match Test series will be part of the World Test Championship (WTC) tournament and Kallis believes Centurion where the first Test will be played might suit South Africa better.
“This is a good Indian team but it is difficult to beat South Africa in South Africa. Centurion will probably suit South Africa and Newlands will probably suit India. It will be a good series and it will take one or two sessions involving one team. The team may play,” Kallis said. Better than the other. “It will be a close match.”