Xtra Time Web Desk: Proteas’ stand-in captain, Dean Elgar, bid farewell to international cricket after the second Test against India on Thursday. He stepped in as the captain of the home team for the injured Temba Bavuma. In a priceless gesture after the test match ended before Tea on Day 2, Virat Kohli presented his signed jersey to the Proteas stand-in skipper. Team India captain Rohit Sharma too gave away a jersey signed by all the players to Elgar.
Kohli’s gesture went beyond the competitive nature of the game, epitomizing the genuine spirit of cricket and the camaraderie shared among players. This heartwarming exchange highlighted the mutual respect and admiration that transcends national rivalries in the world of cricket.
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On Day 1, after Elgar got out giving a catch to Kohli, fielding at first slip, the star Indian batter rather than celebrating the wicket, Kohli urged the Indian crowd to show respect. He bowed to Elgar, symbolizing reverence, and warmly embraced the departing South African skipper. The entire Indian team followed Kohli’s lead, refraining from exuberant celebrations and extending congratulations to Elgar for his illustrious career.
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Elgar ended his Test career with impressive statistics—5,347 runs in 86 matches, featuring 14 centuries and an average of 37.65.
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