Du Plessis decides to bat first against India

South Africa has won the toss and Captain Faf du Plessis has decided to bat first in the first cricket test against India at Newlands in Cape Town.

The Proteas have decided to go into the match with four fast bowlers and a spinner, which means a return for Dale Steyn.

Batsman Themba Bavuma misses out on selection. The first of three test matches features the two highest ranked teams in the world with India leading the International Cricket Council’s test rankings.