New Delhi, Nov 10 (NationPress) Former Indian cricketer Parthiv Patel highlighted three essential strategies that Team India needs to execute effectively as they prepare to face South Africa in the upcoming two-Test series commencing on November 14.

The Proteas are visiting India for a multi-format series, which includes two red-ball matches, followed by three ODIs and five T20Is.

The Shubman Gill-led squad recently achieved success in their home Test series against the West Indies, winning both matches. However, they face a significant challenge as a relatively inexperienced team prepares to confront the reigning World Test Champions.

Speaking on JioStar, Patel emphasized three critical areas that the hosts must focus on during the matches against the Proteas, stating, “Expect a lot of runs from India’s top order. A comeback from Kuldeep Yadav is anticipated; he will indeed take wickets in India. There are numerous factors under discussion, so let’s hope we finalize the right combination.”

India’s top-order batsmen have shown impressive form against the West Indies last month and will be keen to deliver strong performances against the South African bowling attack.

While Yashasvi Jaiswal aims to recreate his stellar innings from last month, KL Rahul will seek to establish momentum in the match. Sai Sudharsan, receiving considerable backing, will strive to meet both team and coach expectations.

With both Kuldeep Yadav and Ravindra Jadeja included in the squad, Patel is confident that the former will make an impact if given the opportunity and will be among the wicket-takers.

In their last series, India fielded both spinners against the West Indies, with Kuldeep claiming four wickets in the first match and eight in the second. His impressive performance also included a five-wicket haul in the Delhi Test, leading India to a commanding victory.