Pujara: Wins in Oz, England a boost for us

Cheteshwar Pujara

India top-order Test batsman Cheteshwar Pujara has expressed confidence that his team have the capacity to win a series in South Africa. He added that his experience of touring South Africa and Australia will come handy in the upcoming Test series, starting from December 26 in Centurion.

Citing the past performances of India in Australia and England, Pujara said in an interview to bcci.tv, "I think having done well in England and Australia will make a big difference in this squad's confidence and self-belief that we can win overseas, we can win in any conditions and with our bowling and batting line-up, I am very confident that we have the capacity to win a series in South Africa."

Pujara felt that the Indian batting order can tackle pace, bounce and lateral movement on South African pitches. "Pace and bounce is there, lateral movement is also there. Facing fast bowlers is a big challenge when we go out of India. I feel that this is a much more balanced batting line-up and I think we will be able to handle South Africa's bowling attack. Without preparation, I am confident we will put up a good show."

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