New Delhi, Nov 11
A special gold coin featuring Mahatma Gandhi and Nelson Mandela will be used for the toss in the first Test match between India and South Africa at Eden Gardens on November 14, says a report.
The India vs South Africa Test series will be played for the Freedom Trophy, which was established to honour Gandhi and Mandela, celebrating their shared legacy and the message of non-violence.
India are currently at third place on the World Test Championship points table with 61.90 points percentage (PCT), while South Africa are fifth with 50 PCT, following a 1-1 draw in Pakistan. Following the Test series, India and South Africa will also play three ODIs and five T20Is.