20 October, 2019
RANCHI AFP: Opener Rohit Sharma hit his third century of the series to lead India’s charge after they lost early wickets against South Africa on day one of the third Test on Saturday.
Sharma, on 117, combined with Ajinkya Rahane, on 83, to put on an unbeaten 185-run stand after the hosts were wobbling at 39-3 following their decision to bat first in Ranchi.India reached 224 for three when bad light stopped play in the final session. It began to rain as well and no further action was possible.
India 224 for 3 (Rohit Shrma 117 n.o., Ajinkya Rahane 83 n.o., Rabada 2-54)