When the Indian cricket team, led by Mohammad Azharuddin , made its maiden voyage to South Africa a little over 25 years ago, they created history. They were the first team to visit South Africa post-apartheid.India have never won a series in South Africa since and, when Virat Kohli and his men begin their tour with the first of three Tests on Friday, they will seek a date with history again, but this time on an equal footing. "The team management has to take care of him and ensure he lasts the series," the former fast bowler said. These are the young fast bowlers who have to stand up and deliver.He has really been an asset. That gives tremendous respite to the mainstay fast bowlers who hunt in pairs.

Source: Times of India January 04, 2018 02:50 UTC