Batting coach Vikram Rathour says Kohli needs to play the cover driver, but in different situations.

Batting coach Vikram Rathour was optimistic about India’s chances on the final day.

“Now there’s a bit of a variable bounce on the surface. The ball keeps going up and down. If we play the right length as we did today, we have a good chance. “

Asked about Jasprit Bumrah’s dismissal of Rassie van der Dussen, Rathour said: “That’s the quality of pelota. He put it well.”

Rathour beat India well in the first inning. “Rahul and Mayank had that initial partnership. And there were contributions from Virat and Rahane. I thought we did well.”

Asked about Virat Kohli’s dismissal in the second inning, Rathour said: “This shot brings him a lot of runs. So he has to play the shot. When to make the shot, in what situations, we have to have discussions.”

Although some of South Africa’s fast-paced enemies were hit by a number of battering rams, Rathour said: “Everyone is fine.”

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Asked about the form of Cheteshwar Pujara and Ajinkya Rahane, Rathour said: “Rahan had a very good touch. It’s unfortunate that he came out. Pujara has played several important entries for us in the past.”

He added: “We have to be patient with them. Are we being impatient? Not at this stage. ”

Speaking to Rishabh Pant and the 34 decisive players on the fourth day, Rathour said: “He is working hard on his batting, on his season. It was an important introduction for us today. He can unite in different ways.”

Focusing on KL Rahul, Rathour said: “He has always been a very good hitter. In the middle, it lost its shape and place. But despite playing in all formats, he is now competing in many disciplines in Test cricket. ”