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When you travel to India, the sights, sounds and smells are more colourful and intense than anything you will have experienced before. This exciting, vibrant country is one of the most diverse holiday destinations in the world, and an absolute delight to experience because it’s so extraordinary.   

There are so many beautiful places in India to see, from the north – home to the Himalayas and the deserts of Rajasthan – to the south, with its tea plantations, lush landscapes, spice gardens and bustling modern cities. No matter which area you choose to explore on your India tour, you will soon find out it is one of the most unique and beautiful destinations on earth. You can’t visit just once – there’s too much to experience in this fascinating part of the world.  

Why we love India  

• The kaleidoscope of colours is intoxicating. Richly coloured spices, glittering temples and jewelled outfits form a vivid tapestry that must be seen to be believed.  
• It’s home to incredible wonders and fascinating tourist attractions, including the magnificent Taj Mahal in Agra.   
• It boasts one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world, Varanasi.   
• You can soak up the sun on some of the most magnificent beaches in Goa.   
• Its history dates back to the 11th century.   
• No other country offers such a diverse range of stunning cuisines.   
• You can go on a safari adventure to view incredible wild animals, including tigers and elephants.   
• Life is unchanged in parts of the country – and you can step back in time to experience it.   
• Its people are warm, friendly and hospitable.   
• It’s home to the world’s holiest river, the Ganges River.   

Whether you’re travelling with your partner, friends or you're going on a family holiday , you’re guaranteed an exceptional experience in India. Book a holiday package to India with Thompsons Holidays and begin your adventure today.  

Things to do in India

India is one of the most diverse and exotic holiday destinations in the world. For first-time visitors, the famous Golden Triangle offers an intoxicating snapshot of India. It includes renowned tourist destinations like the bustling capital, Delhi  as well as the legendary Taj Mahal in Agra and the magnificent Pink City of Jaipur, capital of Rajasthan .   

Perhaps you are keen to combine your India tour with a yoga retreat?  You also have your choice of Buddhist temples, sacred sites and exquisite beaches to explore. Take a trip to Bollywood, spend time in a traditional tea plantation, go shopping for trinkets in a local market, and dine out on traditional Indian food – no doubt the best you’ll ever taste.   

Tourist attractions and things to do in India 

• Go on safari to see tigers and leopards.   
• Visit Agra Fort to see the Hall of Public Audience and Royal Pavilions.   
• In Mumbai , visit Mani Bhavan, one-time home of Mahatma Gandhi.   
• Explore Jama Masjid, one of Asia’s largest mosques, in Delhi.   
• Spend time in the 16th-century Amber Fort on top of a cliff in Jaipur.   
• Laze on a beautiful golden beach in Goa.   
• Cruise the tranquil canals in Allepey on a rice barge.   
• Visit a vibrant nightclub in Chennai.   
• Discover the beautiful Golden Temple in Amritsar.   
• View ornate, intricate architecture in Udaipur, the city of Sunrise.   

These suggestions are just a small sample of what you can see, experience and discover on holiday in India. So , let Thompsons Holidays take you on your first trip to this exciting place and discover the magic of India. We guarantee you’ll return time and again.  

Know before you go...

When is the best time to visit?

• India has 3 distinct seasons: summer (May to October) , winter (November to March) and monsoon season (June to September).  
• Summers are very hot and humid.  

Getting there & getting around

• There are regular flights from South Africa to India.  
• Flight duration from South Africa to Mumbai: 10 hours, 30 minutes.  
• Taxis, b uses and metro rail servi c es are the most common forms of transport in India’s cities.  

Do I need a visa?

• South African passport holders do require a visa to enter India.   
• You can apply for a visa through the Consulate General of India in South Africa or online through Indian Visa Online.   

What time is it?

• India is 3 hours & 30 minutes ahead of South Africa.  

Money matters

• Currency in India: Rupee (INR).  
• Credit cards are accepted in c ity hotels, shops and restaurants. In more remote areas, cash payments are only accepted.  
• Don’t accept old paper money that is torn, dirty or marked. The only place you could exchange those is at a major bank.  
• No Indian currency can be exported or imported. Convert your Rupees back into another currency before leaving.  
• Tipping is not an Indian custom, but you have to pay for all services, even if you ask for directions. Where tipping is at your discretion, 10% is acceptable.  
• Ask tour guides upfront on what they expect to be paid.  
• Most hotels include a service charge.  

Language & phrases

• India has 22 official languages. Hindu is the most spoken language (it’s also the fourth most spoken language in the world!).  
• English is widely spoken.

Culture & religion

• Almost 80% of the Indian population practice s Hinduism.   
• Other religions include Islam, Christianity and Sikh .

Health information

• Drinking water is not safe in India. Only drink bottled water.    
• Check with your travel clinic about recommended vaccinations.  

What must I pack?  

• Bring lightweight clothing like loose-fitting pants and ankle-length skirts. Choose modest clothing, like t-shirts, tunics and blouses with high necklines and long or short sleeves.
• Pack a lightweight scarf to wear around your neck for extra modesty and to cover your head when visiting temples and mosques.
• Comfortable walking shoes are a must—flip-flop sandals for the beach, in the shower and around your hotel. Don’t go barefoot in India.
• Sunscreen, lip balm, hat and sunglasses for summer holidays.  
• Indian food is rich and spicy, and if you are not used to it, we recommend packing charcoal tablets.
• Mini first aid kit and regular prescription medication.  
• Hand sanitiser and insect repellent.  
• Camera.  
• Travel adaptor.  

What can I do to be a responsible traveller? 

• Support the local economy. 
• Plastic is a problem all over the world, and you’ll especially notice it in India. Carry a reusable water bottle and take fabric shopping bags with you. 
• Respect each other's cultures and customs and avoid imposing your beliefs.  

Safety tips  

• Always have a map (or app) on hand, especially when travelling at night.  
• Be safety conscious: don’t display cash or valuables. Leave jewellery and expensive watches at home.  
• Keep your belongings safe – use the hotel safe for passports and valuables.

What do I do in an emergency? 

• Contact the Thompsons Holidays 24-hour care line to assist.  

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South Africa is an adventurous hub for many travellers. It is a true calling for anyone who wishes for a close encounter with wilderness! The land is blessed with people of earth, who remind us of the birth of humankind and welcome you to a cultural drift and a new perception of life. Consider this intriguing factor while looking for South Africa tour packages from India! At Veena World, we understand the core nature of this epic land, based on which we hand stitch our itineraries into unique South Africa tour packages. Explore the rawness of humanity which co-exists along with the wildlife and brings the abundant jungles to life with any of our holiday packages for South Africa. The experience of being in the laps of wilderness, just as we see it on Discovery and National Geographic channels, can get no better than being in this land along with our South Africa tour packages. The geographical variety of the landscapes of this land is the most distinguished factor of all. Be a part of an unforgettable travel story with us to the ‘Rainbow Nation’ and relish our legacy to travel, explore and celebrate life!

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Do you provide customised holidays to South Africa?

Yes. At Veena World, we not only offer an extensive range of well-curated South Africa packages but also give you complete flexibility to plan your trip. With our customised holiday option, you can get a holiday package that is as per your preferences and make the most of your trip. Here, you can choose things like the duration of the trip, the places you want to cover, the accommodations you wish to book, the type of meals, and so much more.

How do I choose a South Africa tour package?

Veena World offers a large collection of well-curated, all-inclusive South Africa tour packages. All our packages have been designed to meet the unique requirements of different kinds of travellers. Every tour package has a different day-to-day itinerary and duration, depending on the places covered. You can explore our range and find a suitable package as per your preferences.

Do I need a visa for South Africa?

Yes, like any other foreign country, Indian citizens need a valid visa while travelling to South Africa, regardless of the intended length of stay or the purpose of the visit. If you choose Veena World as your travel partner to book South Africa holiday packages from India, you get complete assistance in visa processing. You only have to pay the visa fee and a nominal service charge, along with the necessary documents required by the consulate, and our travel experts will take care of everything.

How many days do you need for South Africa?

Being the diverse country that South Africa is, there are plenty of places that one should visit on their trip. Ideally, 8-10 days are enough to cover all the major tourist attractions in the country. In this duration, you can do so many different things, such as venturing farther outside Cape Town, discovering the Winelands, driving the Garden Route, etc. However, this also depends on your interests and the kind of trip you are planning. At Veena World, we have a wide range of packages to suit the needs of different kinds of travellers. For example, if you want an adventurous trip, you can go on a safari in the Kruger National Park, for which you can choose from our South Africa safari packages.

How do I plan a trip to South Africa?

The best way to organise a trip to South Africa is with the tour packages by Veena World. With our South Africa tour packages, you just have to pack your best clothes and get ready to enjoy everything, from your travel arrangements and accommodation to meals, tickets and transportation to major tourist destinations, will be taken care of by Veena World. On our tour packages from Veena World, you will have expert tour guides and managers to take care of everything on the tour. 

Where is the safest place to vacation in South Africa?

Cape Town is frequently recognised as one of the most secure tourist destinations in South Africa. The city boasts a strong tourist infrastructure, including reliable transportation and various lodging options. Popular tourist destinations like Table Mountain and the V&A Waterfront are generally secure and have noticeable security measures in place. As with any trip destination, it's crucial to proceed with caution and be mindful of your surroundings. It's recommended to follow the guidance of your tour managers and local authorities. Book your South Africa holiday packages with Veena World to have a safe and fun-filled trip.

What is the best time to visit South Africa?

The best time to visit South Africa largely depends on your interests and the specific regions you plan to explore. Generally, the country experiences mild weather in its summer months (November to February), making it an ideal time for wildlife viewing and outdoor activities. However, the winter months (May to September) offer exceptional opportunities for whale watching along the coastline. However, it is significant to know that the weather can be different across different regions of South Africa, so it's important to research and plan accordingly based on the activities and experiences you desire. With Veena World, book your South Africa holiday packages and create lovable memories with friends and family for a lifetime.

Is it worth visiting South Africa?

Yes, it is definitely worth visiting South Africa! South Africa offers diverse experiences, from stunning natural landscapes to vibrant cities and rich cultural heritage. With South Africa tour packages, you can explore iconic destinations like Cape Town's Table Mountain, enjoy thrilling wildlife safaris in Kruger National Park, and enjoy breathtaking coastal drives along the Garden Route. South Africa's warm hospitality, delicious cuisine, and fascinating history make it an unforgettable destination!

Is South Africa safe for Indians?

South Africa is generally safe for Indians, but like any other country, it's important to take basic travel safety precautions. It's advisable to stay vigilant, especially in crowded areas and tourist spots, avoid displaying valuable items openly, and avoid walking alone at night. Furthermore, adding to the safety factor, when you choose to book your South Africa tour package with Veena World, you get 24*7 assistance to assist you whenever you need it. Get in touch with your dedicated tour manager if you need any assistance throughout the journey. 

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Yes, opting for a group tour can be a great choice to visit South Africa. Travelling in a group provides a sense of security and allows you to share experiences with like-minded individuals. Group tours are an excellent option for exploring South Africa, as they provide a well-organised and hassle-free travel experience, ensuring you make the most of your time in this beautiful country. If you're looking to book South Africa tour packages, Veena World is the perfect choice.

The bold, diverse land full of ironic contradictions is something that South Africa reflects in every nook and corner. South Africa is known to be the cradle of humanity, from where the humans evolved and its glimpse can be experienced with our Veena World’s South Africa tour packages available online. Thereby, technically making it the hometown of the entire human species. This core fact reverberates in every brick of South Africa’s foundation. The harmonious synchronisation is a noteworthy factor that lures in travellers from across the globe and is something that stands out in every available holiday packages for South Africa. The land of the people of earth has so much to offer to every explorer. Traverse through these sun-kissed lands with Veena World’s South Africa holiday packages and experience what it is like to connect back to the roots of your origin. This land is determined to remind us of the birth of humankind, to welcome you with a cultural drift and a new perception of life. The affordably priced travel packages for South Africa let you experience this land with adventurous experiences and stunning close encounters with the wilderness.Your choice stands as our priority, may it be for adventure or for leisure, for some special reason like honeymoon or just a short escape travel, for a desire to travel alone or with family and all of it is made possible with Veena World!

South Africa is known to be the cradle of humanity, from where the humans evolved; thereby, technically making it the hometown of the entire human species. This core fact reverberates in every brick of South Africa’s foundation. The harmonious synchronisation is a noteworthy factor that lures in the travellers from across the globe and is something that stands out. The land of the people of earth has so much to offer every explorer. Visiting South Africa is actually like visiting the origin of mankind. South Africa is definitely a destination which will help you weave in some wonderful memories to be cherished for a lifetime! Veena World has a focus of innovating and building unrivalled tours. We bring together everything best available, for a one of a kind memory and travel story that can be shared with your loved ones. Raise your spirits for one of the most memorable trips in the world!

The Geography and Seasons

Known for being the southernmost tip of Africa, South Africa occupies a coastline that stretches more than 2,500 kilometres right from the desert border of Namibia at the western coast, running southwards around the tip of Africa to the border of Mozambique in the northeast. The holiday packages for South Africa highlight the significant features of the South African climate. The country does not really experience four distinct seasons. Throughout South Africa the transitional seasons of autumn and spring tend to be very short. Most of the climate analysis is done using the assumption that January is mid-summer and July mid-winter. Veena World’s affordably priced South Africa travel packages let you explore the seasonal benefits of this land. Traverse into this land along with our South Africa holiday packages from India available online, to live a vacation which cannot be compared with any other!

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Our South Africa holiday packages from India thrive to showcase the culture of this land that reflects the true origins of humankind’s evolution. Always seen in sync with Mother Earth, these children of nature surprise you with the connections they hold with this land. The rainbow nation awaits you to change your perception along with our South Africa tour packages with the culture and the vibrant traditions painted in colours of the nature and coexisting with the different species unlike anywhere else on earth. The holiday packages for South Africa available online reflect the varied and manifold culture of Africa, consisting of a mixture of countries with various tribes, each of whom have their own unique characteristics. Among native South Africans, there are many different ethnic groups and around nine officially-recognised local languages. This unique cultural experience is a true highlight of our South Africa tour packages from India.

The Experience

Explore our South Africa holiday packages available online to add up to the wildlife experience with a game drive to Pilanesberg National Park that allows you to have stunning close encounters with the Big 5. The land of Knysna known as the Pearl of Garden Route, lets you enjoy panoramic views of Knysna waterfront area along with our affordably priced South Africa tour packages. The thrilling cable car ride to Table Mountain and a visit to the panoramic Cape Peninsula, give you memorable experiences for lifetime along with our travel packages for South Africa. The highlights like Hout Bay, Marina’s wharf and experience of a cruise to Seal Island is something that the travellers crave for. The beautiful Boulders beach that lets you witness the lovely penguins along with the Cape of Good Hope and a funicular tram ride to Cape Point lighthouse form a part of our intricately crafted South Africa travel packages.

The Highlights

The main highlights of South Africa include Sun City, George, Albertinia, Cape Town and Pilanesberg National Park, all of which are included in our South Africa tour packages available online. Johannesburg, the capital city and the biggest city of South Africa is the place which welcomes you to this land. Sun City which is internationally renowned as Africa’s premier holiday resort is an interesting getaway. Sun City is very popular for Casinos. The epic land of Oudtshoorn, renowned for its natural beauty and Ostriches, is an irreplaceable attraction of this land, which can be explored with our South Africa tour packages from India. A visit to the breath-taking Cango Caves which is also known as one of the world’s great natural wonders is a hard to miss attraction of South Africa. The Congo Wildlife Ranch and the Ostrich farm are undoubtedly the best part of any of our holiday packages for South Africa. Albertinia well known for the game drive is an interesting inclusion of any tour. Stellenbosch which is also known as City of Oaks, can be explored for its historic buildings, vineyards and the Dutch architecture. Likewise Cape Town’s historical buildings and the ‘Victoria and Alfred’ waterfront are some of the must-see attractions too. All of these are included in our South Africa tour packages from India

India to host South Africa for multi-format women's tour in June-July

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India is set to host South Africa for a multi-format women's tour in June-July. ESPNcricinfo has learnt Bengaluru will host the white-ball leg, beginning with three ODIs from June 16, while Chennai will host the one-off Test starting June 28.

The three T20Is will be played after the Test, with a view to ensure continuity in formats ahead of the T20 World Cup that is set to be held in Bangladesh in September-October. The ODIs will be played on June 16, 19 and 23, the T20Is on July 5, 7 and 9.

The six white-ball games were part of the ICC's women's FTP. Both series, along with a visit from New Zealand, were supposed to be played between July and September last year but had to be postponed due to the men's ODI World Cup and logistics.

The one-off Test wasn't part of the FTP. It was a late addition, as part of CSA and the BCCI's recent push to promote women's Tests.

This will be the third Test India will play in seven months, having played against England and Australia in December. Those two Tests came on the back of a significant development aimed at taking the "first step towards tackling discrimination" with the BCCI announcing equal match fees for centrally contracted male and female cricketers.

Meanwhile, South Africa, who broke their eight-year hiatus from the format when they played in England in June 2022 , last played a four-day game in February in Perth , where they lost to Australia by an innings and 284 runs.

The tour is also a significant step in the BCCI's aim to take women's cricket to newer centres. For the past few years, the BCCI has preferred to host teams across multiple venues in Mumbai citing logistical reasons. They broke away from that norm with the WPL earlier this year, with games held in Bengaluru and Delhi.

The three ODIs are part of the ICC Women's Championship, which will give direct qualifications to the top four teams, apart from the hosts, for the 2025 ODI World Cup, which will be held in India. South Africa are currently second on that table .

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India women are currently in bangladesh for a five-match t20i series. the harmanpreet kaur-led side has already gained an unassailable lead (3-0) in the five-match series with two games to be played..

As per a PTI report, the white-ball series will be played at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru and the solitary red-ball game will be organised in Chennai.

The tour will kick off with the three ODIs in Bengaluru. While the first One-Dayer will be played on June 16, the second and the third ODI is scheduled for June 19 and 23. The ODI series will be a part of the ongoing ICC Women's Championship 2022-25 cycle.

The teams that will finish in the top four places at the end of the cycle will earn automatic qualification for the ICC Women's ODI World Cup 2025 alongside the hosts, India. South Africa are placed second on the table with 11 wins and eight losses in 18 games. They are behind Australia who have just lost three out of 18 matches and won 15.

The ODI leg will pave the way for the one-off Test which is slated to be played at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai from June 8.

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South Africa women were also involved in a red-ball game when they toured Australia earlier this year. However, the Proteas didn't have a game to remember as they lost the contest by a staggering margin of an innings and 84 runs.

Both teams will then return to Bengaluru for the T20I leg of the bilateral series. The three T20Is will be organised on July 5, 7 and 9 and will serve as an ideal preparation for the Indian team ahead of the Asia Cup.

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India are set to host south africa for a one-off test, 3 odis and 3 t20is later this year in june and july. the test will take place in chennai, followed by the limited-overs matches in bengaluru..

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India are set to host South Africa for a full-fledged multi-format women’s series in June and July. The itinerary starts with the one-off Test in Chennai from June 28. The red-ball match will be followed by the white-ball leg of the tour in Bengaluru. The ODIs are scheduled to take place on June 16, 19 and 23 followed by the T20Is on July 5, 7 and 9.

Last year, Women’s Tests returned to India after 9 years when Harmanpreet and Co. locked horns with Alyssa Healy’s Australia at the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai. Thereafter, India faced Heather Knight’s England at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.

ðŸšè South Africa are set to tour India in June and July for a one-off Test, three T20Is and three ODIs 🇿ðŸ‡æ🇮🇳 Chennai will most likely host the one-off Test and the T20Is. The ODIs are expected to be held in Bengaluru. #INDvSA | #CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/ugz23sAKTV — Women’s CricZone (@WomensCricZone) May 3, 2024

The ODI and T20I series between India and South Africa were supposed to be played last year, but had to be postponed due to the Men’s ODI World Cup. The women’s Future Tour Program (FTP) did not have the one-off Test, but the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and Cricket South Africa (BCCI) decided to add it to promote Women’s Tests.

India's women team to host South Africa for an all-format tour in June-July window - Reports

T he Indian women's team are set to play matches across all formats against the touring South Africa side in June-July prior to the 2024 Women's T20 World Cup. According to a report by ESPNCricinfo, the white-ball leg of the series will be hosted by Bengaluru, while Chennai will witness the one-off Test.

The tour is reportedly set to kick off with the ODI series, beginning on June 16 and ending on June 23. The T20I series matches will take place on July 5, 7, and 9. The one-off Test is not part of the women's FTP like the white ball leg is. However, it was incorporated into the itinerary as part of both the CSA and BCCI's collective vision and ongoing efforts to promote women's Test.

The white-ball matches were reportedly slated to be played in 2023 along with a visit from New Zealand in the July-September window, but the tours were postponed as India were preparing to host the 2023 ODI World Cup.

With Bengaluru and Chennai scheduled to host the matches, more centres will be witnessing women's cricket. Earlier, it was Mumbai that hosted the entirety of England and Australia's tours to India, with even the Wankhede Stadium hosting a Test. Bengaluru recently hosted the 2024 Women's Premier League (WPL) along with Delhi.

India and South Africa women's team have had contrasting fortunes of late

The Indian women's team are currently involved in a T20 series against Bangladesh. The Harmanpreet Kaur- led side have already attained an unassailable 3-0 series lead following a comfortable seven-wicket win in the third match.

Team India had a memorable home season prior to the WPL, where they hosted both England and Australia. The Women in Blue recorded thumping wins in the respective one-off Tests, but failed to secure any of the white-ball series against the heavyweights.

South Africa, on the other hand, led by Laura Wolvaardt across formats, recently failed to win against Sri Lanka at home in a white-ball series. They also did not fare well during the tour of Australia in the January-February window. The women's team lost across all formats, including a one-off Test in Perth.

South Africa toured India for a red-ball clash in 2014-15, where the hosts won. That contest marked one of their last Test matches for eight years. They returned to the red-ball circuit in 2022, with an away Test against England, which ended in a draw.

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Dean Elgar goes upto the podium to collect the series trophy, and he's soon joined by his squad who all want a piece of that silverware. They're yelling and screaming in joy as they pose for the photographs. And with that, we draw curtains to our coverage of this Test series. From India's perspective, it was a glorious opportunity lost to win their maiden Test series in South Africa, a chance that's gone down the drain. But maybe, it's the rude awakening that they need to make some obvious corrections to their Test squad. Kohli didn't mince words about those issues either and it now remains to be seen whether the required actions are taken in the batting department. As for South Africa, this could be the opening chapter of a hopefully successful transition. You could certainly see the fire burning in Elgar's eyes when he spoke. It was a cracking Test series all-round, and we enjoyed bringing it to you. Hopefully, you enjoyed every bit of it as well. On that note, this is Hari Sadanandan signing off on behalf of Akshay Maanay , Raju Peethala and Siva . Cheers!

Keegan Petersen | Player of the Match | Player of the Series : It hasn't sunk in yet. It's a mixed bag to be honest. Happy, emotional. I was trying to be positive and then build on that. It's been difficult conditions all around and was just sticking to my guns. It's been a long journey, can't tell the whole story now, won't be over till tomorrow morning. It's been challenging surfaces, challenging bowling attacks. We knew it was going to be difficult - they're a high quality bowling attack, a high quality team. We just wanted to have the mindset to fight it out. Enjoying it (success) a lot. The longer you bat, the easier it gets (on these pitches). So, just enjoyed it a lot.

Dean Elgar | South Africa captain: Pretty elated. Obviously will sink in a day or two, maybe this evening. Really proud. We were thrown under the sword quite a few times this series and the guys responded brilliantly. Obviously, to bounce back after losing the first game, to believe that we could still win. Extremely happy. (On how things turned around) Challenging your players, you need characters within the group and the bowling unit has been excellent all series. I had put up a challenge after the first game and the guys responded brilliantly. Helps to have a group that doesn't have any real big names, they like to rally together and play as one. And that's crucial. Extremely proud of this group of players that we have here. Ultimately, if you want to operate at our performance levels, you need tough chats and I'm a bit of old-school mentality with a new-school twist. I laid a few challenges, even to some of the senior players as well. It was great to see the guys take my message on board. It's great to see the guys buying in to you from a captain's point of view. I think us as a closed group, has helped us to feed off each other. We've played as a unit and we've grown massively as a group in the last two Tests. If you want to compete in Test cricket and be no.1 someday, you have to beat the best in the world. I'm really happy that things went well for us. Could easily have gone wrong and I'd have had egg on my face. As I said earlier, really proud of this group. We're by no means a finished article, I can tell you that. I'm already thinking of the next series. There are some negatives also that we need to work on. I think the way he (Petersen) responded since the first game has been immense. Always known him as a good player, he's gotten into a great player mould now and it's a lot to say for a player who has hardly played a handful of games. He has dominated domestic cricket for a while now and it's great to see him do so well in the last two Tests. He's willing to learn and you need characters like that.

Virat Kohli | India captain: I think it's a great spectacle of Test cricket for all to see. We played well in the first game to win but South Africa bounced back well in the second and carried on the momentum in the third as well. There was some lapse of concentration from us as well in key moments. I thought South Africa performed better in those key moments and totally deserved the win. One of the challenges that we have faced touring abroad is to capitalise on momentum when it is on our side. Whenever we have done that, we've won games. But on other hand, when we haven't done so, we have lost matches due to 30-45 minutes of cricket where we have batted badly. The opposition bowlers bowled well this series but generally, we haven't been consistent. We have had too many batting collapses. Of course, it (batting) has been the reason, no doubt about that. Their bowlers were just better in terms of their execution and applying pressure. Batting is certainly something to be looked at. No excuses there. It's really disappointing for sure. We did well in Australia and England but that doesn't guarantee us success in South Africa. The reality is that we haven't won here in South Africa and we have to deal with it. KL's batting as an opener. Mayank getting stuck in and then Rishabh's innings this game, these are some positives that we can take home. Also obviously, our win at Centurion was special.

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Losing team scoring two+ 100s & winning team scoring no 100s in a series Ind (0) vs Eng (2) in Eng 1971 | India won 1-0 Aus (0) vs WI (4) in Aus 2009/10 | Aus won 2-0 SL (0) vs Zim (2) in SL 2017 | SL won 1-0 SA (0) vs Ind (2) in SA 2021/22 | SA won 2-1

- This is only the second instance of India losing a 3-Test series after winning the first Test after 1-2 in South Africa in 2006/07.

India losing a series after going 1-0 up 1-2 vs Eng 1984/85 (H) 1-2 vs WI 2002 (A) 1-2 vs SA 2006/07 (A) 1-2 vs Eng 2012/13 (H) 1-3 vs Eng 2014 (A) 1-2 vs SA 2021/22 (A)

South Africa coming from 0-1 behind to win a series 2-1 vs NZ 1994/95 2-1 vs Ind 2006/07 2-1 vs WI 2007/08 3-1 vs Aus 2017/18 2-1 vs Ind 2021/22 * - all five instances coming at home

- Pant's 100* is the first instance since Jan 2019 of India losing a Test when one of their batsmen has scored a century. Last coming in a losing cause was Kohli's 123 in Perth in Dec 2018.

Virat Kohli losing a Test after winning the toss 8 wickets vs Aus Adelaide 2020/21 innings & 76 runs vs Eng Leeds 2021 7 wickets vs SA Cape Town 2021/22 *

Team successfully chasing 200+ twice in a series Aus vs WI 1951/52 (236, 260) Pak vs Ban 2003 (217, 261) Eng vs NZ 2004 (282, 284) Ind vs Aus 2010/11 (216, 207) SA vs Ind 2021/22 (240, 212)

Highest successful 4th innings chases vs India 339 Aus Perth 1977/78 276 WI Delhi 1987/88 240 SA Johannesburg 2021/22 213 NZ Wellington 1998/99 212 SA Cape Town 2021/22

Take no credit away from this young South African batting line-up though. Petersen was the star, as he was at the Wanderers but also precious were the nuggety knocks from Van der Dussen and Bavuma - two key middle order spots that probably was the difference between the two sides on the batting front. India too had their odd quality knock from their batters but had no support for that player, and it hurt them big. In a series where the surfaces offered quite a lot for the seamers, batting was bound to be the difference maker, particularly with two quality bowling attacks on show. While India's pace attack cancelled off South Africa's, the visitors' batting certainly let them down yet again on an overseas tour. It's been a trend of late, but the bowling had papered over those cracks. Not this series and you'd think that it's time for serious introspection regarding the batting unit. As for the Proteas, they'd be on cloud nine, not just due to the result but also due to the promising stars that they have unearthed. There might still be room for improvement but there surely is light at the end of the tunnel.

13:43 Local Time, 11:43 GMT, 17:13 IST: Technically speaking, it's another home series win for South Africa against India. But when you consider all factors, this is a historic achievement for the Proteas. For a young side undergoing transition, and then enduring another retirement mid-series, to come back from 0-1 down against the top-ranked side in the world is just incredible to say the least. More so when you realise that both wins came through run chases and significant ones at that. Of course, 212 here wasn't as daunting as the 240 last game but with the series on the line, the pressure was as much, if not more. But Petersen and Elgar had done the hard yards yesterday, and despite the latter's dismissal at the fag end of the day, the duo's stand had put the home side firmly in the driver's seat. It required a miracle from India today but that simply didn't happen. Maybe they went searching too much for wickets and lost the plot.

Ashwin to Bavuma, FOUR , a smash and a roar from Bavuma to propel SA to a famous series win! He had a chat with van der Dussen prior to this delivery, not sure what it was, maybe was about finishing it in one blow. Got across early and slog swept this powerfully over square leg. Nobody in the deep, so as soon as he hit it, he knew, his partner knew and so did his mates in the dug out. Mission accomplished!

Ashwin to van der Dussen, 5 runs, sloppy cricket from India! Seems like they're frustrated and want to end this quick. Was a fuller one that van der Dussen nudged towards backward point for a single. Umesh has a very wild throw at the keeper's end, wide of Pant and nobody backing up in that region. Bonus runs

Ashwin to van der Dussen, no run, quicker one on leg stump, van der Dussen stays back and defends

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The race then begins working its way south, and Stages 3, 4, and 5—which finish in Fossano, Andora, and Lucca, respectively—should be days for the Giro’s sprinters. (Although the finishes of Stages 3 and 4 feature ramps inside the final 10K that could thwart the fast men.) Stage 6 brings the race from the coast into Tuscany (it finishes in Rapolano Terme) and features 12K of the strade bianche (“white gravel roads”) that give March’s Strade Bianche road race its name. If there’s one stage during the first week that has the potential to cause a few surprises, it’s this one.

Stage 7 is the first individual time trial of the Giro, and it’s a tough one: beginning in Foligno, the 37.2K race against the clock starts with over 30K of flat roads. But there’s a nasty sting in the course’s tail: a 6.5K climb to the finish line that starts steep and then ascends more gradually to the line. Riders who don’t pace themselves on the flat part of the course could explode on the final climb. There could be large time gaps here.

Starting in Spoleto, Stage 8 brings the second summit finish of the first week–on the Category 1 Prati di Tivo, a 14K climb in the Umbrian Apennines with an average gradient of 7%. With a field sprint expected in Napoli at the end of Sunday’s Stage 9 (after a 214K stage that starts in Avezzano), Stages 7 and 8 will determine which rider will wear the maglia rosa into the Giro’s first Rest Day.

The second week begins in Pompeii with Stage 10, a 142K stage that features a summit finish on a new climb, the Category 1 Bocca della Selva, a 20.9K climb with a deceiving 4.6% average gradient. The first few kilometers are actually downhill, so the climb is actually harder than its statistics suggest.

We expect Stage 11 (207K) to end with a field sprint in Francavilla al Mare, and Stage 12—with a jagged 190K stage through the Marche region (an area known for its muri or “walls”)—looks like the perfect day for a breakaway filled with puncheurs and riders who perform well in the spring classics. Friday’s Stage 13 is the flattest stage of this year’s race, which is probably a good thing considering the next two stages. This 179K stage from Riccione to Cento will be an active rest day for much of the peloton.

And they’ll need one because the third weekend begins with Stage 14–the Giro’s second individual time trial–a generally flat, 31K course from Castiglione delle Stiviere to Desenzano del Garda. This is a day for the Giro’s time trial specialists; the pure climbers will struggle to stay within shouting distance of their more powerful colleagues.

But they’ll have a chance for revenge on Sunday, when the race heads into the Alps for Stage 15, a 220K monster stage (the longest in this year’s race) with five categorized climbs, including back-to-back 2000m summits (both Category 1 ascents) at the end of the day, with a summit finish at the Mottolino ski resort just above Livigno. This weekend should blow the Giro wide open, leaving just a handful of riders still in contention to win the race overall.

The third week begins the same way the second week ends, with a 200K, high-altitude mountain stage. Stage 16 features the granddaddy of them all: the Stelvio, this year’s “Cima Coppi” as the highest summit in the race. Topping out at over 2700m, the climb comes early in the stage but will nonetheless offer a rude awakening to a peloton that’s coming out of the second Rest Day. After a long ride down into and through a valley, the day ends with the Category 1 Passo Pinei and then a summit finish on the Category 2 Monte Pana, in Santa Cristina in Val Gardena.

At “just” 159K, Stage 17 is much shorter than the previous two mountain stages, but it’s jammed with five categorized climbs, including the Category 2 Passo Sella and the Category 1 Passo Rolle. The day ends with two ascents of the Category 1 Passo Brocon, which the riders climb for a second time on their way to the finish line. This will be an intense stage, and it could pose a challenge for the team defending the pink jersey to control. The riders will be either climbing or descending from start to finish and if someone’s going to stage a third-week ambush, it could come here.

The next two stages offer a break from the mountains. Stage 18 brings a 166K downhill ride from Fiera di Primiero to Padua that should end with a field sprint. Stage 19 looks like the perfect chance for a small group of opportunists–who have likely been saving themselves in the high mountains–to escape and fight for a breakaway stage win in Sappada.

The 154K stage begins in Mortegliano and climbs steadily throughout the day, culminating with three categorized climbs in the second half stage, the last of which the riders summit just 7K from the finish. After so many days of intense climbing–and with one more day in the mountains still to come–the peloton could just sit back and let the break go all the way to the finish.

That sets the stage for Stage 20, the last chance for anyone hoping to steal the 2024 Giro d’Italia from whoever's been leading it. And–as the last two editions have shown us–that’s a realistic possibility. Starting in Alpago, the stage rolls along for about 85K before the first of two ascents of the Monte Grappa, an 18K climb with an average gradient of 8.1%–that’s steep . This isn’t a stage with a summit finish–the race finishes in Bassano del Grappa after a long descent from the top of the Monte Grappa down into the valley below–but even without one, the stage should still provide a dramatic conclusion to the Giro’s GC battle.

The race concludes Sunday in Rome with a 122K road stage featuring several circuits through the Eternal City. The day will begin with clinking glasses of prosecco, and end with one last chance for the sprinters to grab some glory.

You can find the elevation profiles and course maps for each 2024 Giro d’Italia stage here .

For the second year in a row, the 2023 Giro d’Italia was decided on the grand tour’s penultimate day. In 2022, Australia’s Jai Hindley (BORA-hansgrohe) took the pink jersey from Ecuador’s Richard Carapaz (INEOS Grenadiers) on Stage 20. Hindley won a mountain stage at the end of the grand tour’s first week, then hung around near the top of the General Classification before seizing his moment late in the Giro’s final mountain stage and winning the race overall.

In 2023, Slovenia’s Primož Roglič (Jumbo-Visma) followed the same formula, albeit without an early-stage win. After Belgium’s Remco Evenepoel (Soudal-Quick Step)—who had won two stages and was wearing the pink jersey as the Giro’s overall leader—was forced to abandon the race after testing positive for Covid-19 on the eve of the Giro’s first Rest Day, Great Britain’s Geraint Thomas (INEOS Grenadiers) took the maglia rosa . With the exception of the two days straddling the second Rest Day, Thomas held the jersey for much of the second and third weeks.

But he cracked on Stage 20, an 18.6K uphill time trial from Tarvisio to the summit of the Monte Lussari. Roglič, who entered the day just 26 seconds behind Thomas on GC, won the stage by 40 seconds, taking the pink jersey–and the 2023 Giro–by a slim margin.

Thomas held on to finish second, and Portugal’s João Almeida (UAE Team Emirates) finished third. Italy’s Jonathan Milan (Bahrain-Victorious) won the Points Classification, France’s Thibaut Pinot (Groupama-FDJ) won the King of the Mountains Classification, and Almeida was the Giro’s Best Young Rider.

Tadej Pogačar (UAE Team Emirates)

With most of the sport’s best grand tour riders (including Roglič) racing the Tour de France this summer, this year’s Giro has a short list of overall contenders, a list that’s headlined by one of the sport’s true superstars: Slovenia’s Tadej Pogačar (UAE Team Emirates).

The 25-year-old has never raced the Giro, and he takes the starting line this year as the favorite to win and dominate it. Then he’s planning to head to the Tour, where he’s hoping to become the first rider since Italy’s Marco Pantani in 1998 to win the Giro and the Tour in the same season.

Geraint Thomas (INEOS-Grenadiers)

Pogačar’s biggest challenger will likely be Geraint Thomas, who’s coming back to the Giro after last year’s disappointment. The 37-year-old (he’ll turn 38 during the race) will have a strong and experienced team supporting him–and the course suits him–but he’ll have a hard time overcoming Pogačar.

Cian Uijtdebroeks (Visma-Lease a Bike)

We’ll also be keeping an eye on Belgium’s Cian Uijtdebroeks (Visma-Lease a Bike), who made headlines last December when it was announced that he was breaking his contract with BORA-hansgrohe (who had recently signed Roglič away from Jumbo) to join the Dutch superteam.

The winner of the Tour de l‘Avenir in 2022, Uijtdebroeks just turned 21 and is widely considered to be a future grand tour contender. Without Belgium’s Wout van Aert, who’s skipping the Giro due to injuries he sustained in a crash at a race in Belgium a few weeks ago, Uijtdebroeks becomes the focus of the team’s Giro plans. And with a strong squad alongside him, he could finish on the podium and is the easy pick to become the Giro’s Best Young Rider.

Ben O’Connor (Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale)

Other GC contenders include Australia’s Ben O’Connor (Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale), a former fourth-place finisher at the Tour de France and Giro stage-winner; Italy’s Damiano Caruso (Bahrain-Victorious), a former Giro podium-finisher; Colombia’s Daniel Martinez (BORA-hansgrohe), a former fifth-place finisher at the Giro; Great Britain’s Hugh Carthy (EF Education-EasyPost), a two-time top-10 finisher; and France’s Romain Bardet (Team dsm-firmenich PostNL), a former Tour de France podium finisher who was seventh at the Giro in 2021 but might be more of stage hunter this year.

Giulio Ciccone (Lidl-Trek)

Other stage hunters include Italy’s Giulio Ciccone (Lidl-Trek), a three-time stage winner who was the Giro’s King of the Mountains in 2019; France’s Julian Alaphilippe (Soudal-Quick Step), who’s riding his first Giro; and Canada’s Michael Woods (Israel-PremierTech), who’s hoping to complete a hat-trick of grand tour stage victories with a win in Italy.

Nairo Quintana (Movistar)

One of the most controversial riders in this year’s Giro will be Colombia’s Nairo Quintana (Movistar), winner of the Giro in 2014. But the 34-year-old hasn’t raced since finishing sixth overall in the 2022 Tour de France and then having his results disqualified after testing positive for tramadol, a painkiller that’s banned by the UCI (but not banned by WADA). He’s now back in the WorldTour with the team that made him famous. His return has not been a popular one , though, and it will be interesting to see how he’s received in Italy.

The Giro also offers several stage win opportunities for field sprinters, and that–plus the fact that the Tour de France is very not sprinter-friendly–means there will be lots of them taking the start, including Jonathan Milan (Lidl-Trek); Belgium’s Tim Merlier (Soudal–Quick Step); Dutch sprinters Olav Kooij (Visma-Lease a Bike) and Fabio Jakobsen (Team dsm-firmenich PostNL), and Australia’s Sam Welsford (BORA-Hansgrohe), Caleb Ewan (Jayco AlUla) and Kaden Groves (Alpecin-Deceuninck); and Eritrea’s Biniam Girmay (Intermarché-Wanty).

Last but not least, the Giro will see several North Americans taking the start, with Americans Larry Warbasse (Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale), Magnus Sheffield (INEOS Grenadiers), and Will Barta (Movistar) joining Woods on the starting line, with more expected to join them as teams finalize their rosters.

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বৃষ্টির কথা মাথায় রেখে দক্ষিণ ভারতে খেলা হবে ভারত-দক্ষিণ আফ্রিকা সিরিজের ম্যাচগুলি।

শুভব্রত মুখার্জি:- ভারতীয় মহিলা ক্রিকেট দল বর্তমানে রয়েছে বাংলাদেশ সফরে। হরমনপ্রীত কৌরের নেতৃত্বাধীন ভারতীয় দল দুর্দান্ত ফর্মে রয়েছে। এই মুহূর্তে তারা ব্যস্ত পাঁচ ম্যাচের টি-২০ সিরিজ খেলতে। ভারতীয় মহিলা ক্রিকেট দলের আন্তর্জাতিক ক্যালেন্ডার এখন আগের থেকে অনেকটাই বেড়েছে। এবার হরমনপ্রীতদের সেই ব্যস্ত সূচিতে যোগ হতে চলেছে আরো একটি সফর।

ভারত সফরে আসতে চলেছে লরা উলভার্টের দেশ দক্ষিণ আফ্রিকা। আগামী জুন-জুলাই মাসে ভারত সফরে আসতে চলেছে দক্ষিণ আফ্রিকা দল। শুক্রবার এই খবরটি নিশ্চিত যদিও করা হয়নি ভারতীয় বোর্ডের তরফে। তবে বোর্ড সূত্রে খবর খুব শীঘ্রই বিসিসিআইয়ের তরফে এই অফিসিয়াল ঘোষণা করা হবে।

বোর্ড সূত্রে যা জানা যাচ্ছে তা হল তিন ফর্ম্যাটের সিরিজ খেলবে দক্ষিণ আফ্রিকা দল। ৯ জুন থেকে শুরু হবে এই সফর। চলবে ৯ জুলাই পর্যন্ত। এই সফরে দক্ষিণ আফ্রিকা দল খেলবে একটি টেস্ট ম্যাচ। খেলবে তিন ম্যাচের ওয়ান ডে সিরিজ। রয়েছে তিন ম্যাচের টি-২০ সিরিজ।

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বিসিসিআইয়ের এক সূত্র জানিয়েছে, 'ভারতের দক্ষিণভাগে অর্থাৎ দক্ষিণ ভারতে এই সিরিজ খেলা হবে। দেশের বেশিরভাগ রাজ্যে এই সময়ে বৃষ্টি হয় অর্থাৎ বর্ষাকাল থাকে। তাই এই সময়ে চেন্নাই, বেঙ্গালুরুর মতন শহরে ম্যাচগুলো করার পরিকল্পনা করা হয়েছে। বর্ষাকাল শুরু হয়ে গেলে সিরিজ শেষ করাটা সমস্যা হতে পারে সেকথা মাথাতে রেখেই এই সিদ্ধান্ত নেওয়া হয়েছে।'

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শেষবার ২০১৪ সালে ভারত সফরে এসে টেস্ট খেলেছিল দক্ষিণ আফ্রিকা দল। সেবার মাইসোরে নভেম্বর মাসে টেস্ট খেলেছিল ভারত ও দক্ষিণ আফ্রিকা দুই দল। ওই ম্যাচটি ভারতীয় দল বড় ব্যবধানে জিতেছিল। তারা জয় পেয়েছিল এক ইনিংস এবং ৩৪ রানে।

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গত বছর ডিসেম্বর মাসে ভারত তাদের ঘরের মাটিতে অস্ট্রেলিয়া এবং ইংল্যান্ডের বিরুদ্ধে টেস্ট ম্যাচ খেলেছিল। ঘরের মাঠে দক্ষিণ আফ্রিকার বিরুদ্ধে সিরিজ খেলার পরে শ্রীলঙ্কায় এশিয়া কাপ খেলতে যাবে ভারতীয় দল। ১৯ জুলাই থেকে শুরু হবে এবারের এশিয়া কাপ। এরপরেই রয়েছে টি-২০ বিশ্বকাপ। এই বিশ্বকাপ খেলতে সেপ্টেম্বর-অক্টোবর মাসে বাংলাদেশ সফরে যাবে ভারতীয় দল।

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