Rabada's fifer limits India to 208/8 as rain forces early stumps on Day 1
Centurion, Dec 26: Kagiso Rabada shone bright with the ball taking a five-wicket haul as India laboured to 208 for eight before bad light and rain brought early curtains to the opening day's play of the first Test against South Africa here on Tuesday.
The elemental adversity stopped the play after 59 overs on a day that also saw a delayed toss due to wet patches on the field.
SA pacer Rabada rocked India with a five-wicket haul (5/44) as the visitors hung on for dear life through an unbeaten 70 off 105 balls by KL Rahul.
Rabada derailed India in the second session with four wickets as South Africa reduced the visitors to 176 for seven at tea.
Invited to bat, India were in a spot of bother at 24 for three Kohli and Iyer rode on luck to stabilise the visitors' innings with unbeaten 67 runs for the fourth wicket but could add just one after the break as Rabada came to the party.
Left-arm pacer Nandre Burger (2/39), who made his Test debut, also looked dangerous.
Brief Scores:
India: 208 for 8 in 59 overs (KL Rahul 70 batting, Kagiso Rabada 5/44).
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Chikkamagaluru: Temporary restrictions at tourist spots for New Year from tomorrow
Chikkamagaluru: Several high-footfall tourist destinations in the district, which are popular during New Year celebrations, will remain closed as a precautionary measure ahead of the festivities.
The district administration has imposed temporary restrictions on tourist spots in a bid to prevent any untoward incidents and ensure public safety.
Where are the restrictions imposed ?
Tourists will be prohibited from visiting Mullayanagiri, Seethalayangiri, Manikyadhara, Jhari Falls, Honnammana Halla Falls, Gaali Kere, Hirekolale, Kemmangundi, Ettina Bhuja, Devaramane, Diamond Falls, Rani Jhari Edge Point, Ballalarayana Durga, Bandaje Falls, Kudige Falls, Kyatanamakki, Rudrapada Suspension Bridge, Abbugudige Falls, Ayyanakere, Madagadakere, Kallatthigiri and Hebbe Falls from 6 pm on December 31 to 6 am on January 1.
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However, there will be no restrictions on tourists who have already registered online and booked homestays or resorts located within the restricted areas.
In addition, tight police security arrangements have been made at all tourist spots and along access routes.
