CAPE TOWN: Rain prevented any play on the third day of the first Test between South Africa and India at Newlands on Sunday, but with fine weather expected for the remaining two days there is still a good chance of a result. South Africa were on 65 for two in their second innings — an overall lead of 142 — at the close of play on Saturday. South Africa will be without fast bowler Dale Steyn, who suffered a left heel injury on Saturday. Brief scores:South Africa, first innings: 286 (AB de Villiers 65; Kumar 4-87)India, first innings: 209 (H Pandya 93; K Rabada 3-34)South Africa, second innings: 65-2 in 20 overs (A. Markram 34; H. Pandya 2-17)Match situation: South Africa lead by 142 runs with eight wickets remaining in the second innings. Toss: South Africa

Source: Pakistan Today January 07, 2018 14:15 UTC