India’s first tour of South Africa in 1992 was unique considering the political context, and unusual given its cricket background. READ | India’s winning run under threat from South African green topsAt that time, South Africa was isolated internationally because of its apartheid policy and excluded from sporting engagement at any level. READ | How South Africa avoided Tricolour faux pas in Cape TownThe BCCI supported this inclusive initiative and fast tracked South Africa’s rehabilitation within the ICC. READ | Ravindra Jadeja may miss 1st South Africa vs India Test, Shikhar Dhawan is fitThe first Test at Durban witnessed many firsts. The historic 1992 tour was memorable because the Indian team was granted a private audience with Nelson Mandela.

Source: Hindustan Times January 04, 2018 03:56 UTC