2nd Test: Mayank's ton powers India to 273/3 on Day 1 against South Africa
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Image Source : AP ImageOpener Mayank Agarwal stamped his authority on a struggling South African attack with a second successive hundred as India cruised to 273 for three on the opening day of the second Test.
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Mayank's rich vein of form continued as he looked in complete command for his 108 off 195 balls, having made a sublime 215 in the series opener in Visakhapatnam last week.
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Skipper Virat Kohli (63* off 105 balls) was in his element, hitting yet another Test half-century and adding 75 runs for the unbroken fourth-wicket partnership with Ajinkya Rahane (18* off 70 balls).
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Kohli hit some flowing drives during the final hour and had 10 fours to his credit.
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Among South African pacers, Kagiso Rabada (3/48 in 18.1 overs), hit better lengths during the course of the day and was easily the most potent bowler on view.