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Cook puts England in charge against South Africa

London, Jul 19: Alastair Cook hit his 20th test century to steer England to 267-3 at stumps Thursday on the opening day of the first test against South Africa at The Oval.Cook hit a measured

India TV News Desk Updated on: July 19, 2012 23:29 IST
cook puts england in charge against south africa
cook puts england in charge against south africa

London, Jul 19: Alastair Cook hit his 20th test century to steer England to 267-3 at stumps Thursday on the opening day of the first test against South Africa at The Oval.






Cook hit a measured 114 not out from 283 balls, with a six and 11 fours, to put England in charge. Jonathan Trott made 71 from 162 balls with nine fours.

Morne Morkel, who trapped England captain Andrew Strauss lbw for 0 on the fourth ball of the day, was the best bowler on a lifeless wicket, taking 2-44 on a frustrating day for South Africa.

Brief score:

England (1st inns): 267-3 (Alastair Cook 114 not out, Jonathan Trott 71; Morne Morkel 2-44, Jacques Kallis 1-34).
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