1st Test: Elgar ton puts South Africa on top against India on Day 2

On the second day of the opening Test at Centurion, a stellar unbeaten century by veteran Dean Elgar and a solid fifty on debut by David Bedingham propelled South Africa to secure an 11-run lead with five wickets in hand against India. The day ended prematurely due to bad light. Elgar, aged 36 and set to retire after this series, showcased one of his finest innings, notching an emotional 140 not out. His remarkable performance steered the hosts to 256-5 in response to India's first innings total of 245.

1st Test: Elgar ton puts South Africa on top against India on Day 2
On the second day of the opening Test at Centurion, a stellar unbeaten century by veteran Dean Elgar and a solid fifty on debut by David Bedingham propelled South Africa to secure an 11-run lead with five wickets in hand against India. The day ended prematurely due to bad light. Elgar, aged 36 and set to retire after this series, showcased one of his finest innings, notching an emotional 140 not out. His remarkable performance steered the hosts to 256-5 in response to India's first innings total of 245.