10 days, 1,981 runs, no winner: ENG vs SA Test that ended with a ship to catch
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In 1939, England and South Africa played a "Timeless Test" match without any time limit. South Africa batted for nearly three days, scoring 530 runs in their first innings. England replied with 316 runs, and South Africa then added 481 more. England chased a massive 696-run targe...
In 1939, England and South Africa played a "Timeless Test" match without any time limit. South Africa batted for nearly three days, scoring 530 runs in their first innings. England replied with 316 runs, and South Africa then added 481 more. England chased a massive 696-run target, reaching 654/5 after ten days of play.
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