Indian wickets falling so quickly might, ironically, in the end help India win this test match, #indvsa
I feel like Kohli-Dravid, understandably, would not even consider declaration before the target crosses 325. Why should they? It's just the first test against a slightly weaker team for a change! And this Indian team gets better as a series progresses.
Which is the rational call
Which is the rational call
However, if India get dismissed for like 275 lead or so, or even 260... Not really easy to chase. Not against this Indian attack. And that might leave enough time for India to bundle them out under 200. Even with rain breaks tomorrow.
Kohli and Dravid however have to make their decisions assuming that this test will go the full distance and there will be no rain at all. Because, well, forecasts don't always pan out. They'll look like idiots declaring at 260 and then South Africa gets 4 bright sessions for it.
Remember that in test cricket, the first goal is always to not lose. Winning is a second level decision unless forced upon you.
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