Tristan Stubbs misses his third Test hundred: Key stats
What's the story
Star South African batter Tristan Stubbs narrowly missed out on his third Test century. He played a 94-run knock in the third innings of the second and final Test against India in Guwahati. Stubbs's knock was a display of grit and patience as the track has a lot for the bowlers. His brilliance meant SA declared at 260/5, setting India a massive 549-run target.
Knock
A fine hand from Stubbs
India could only manage 201/10 while responding to SA's first innings score of 489/10. The visiting team's second innings also tormented the Indian bowlers, with Stubbs leading the charge. Batting at three, he powered South Africa with a 101-run stand with Tony de Zorzi (49). He further added 82 runs with Wiaan Mulder (35*) before falling to Ravindra Jadeja.
Stats
Here are his stats
Stubbs's 94 off 180 balls was laced with nine fours and a six. With this knock, he has raced to 759 runs from 14 Tests at an average of 31.62, according to ESPNcricinfo. This includes five 50-plus scores, including two tons. Stubbs also recorded his maiden 50-plus score across six innings against India. He now owns 167 runs against them at 33.40.