Shami struck early to get rid of nightwatchman Nortje.

Umesh Yadav picked up his third wicket as de Bruyn's misery continued.

Faf du Plessis survived some nervy moments before redeeming himself.

De Kock provided du Plessis support at the other end as the duo resurrected the innings with a half-century stand.

Ashwin then picked up his first wicket just before the lunch break as India continued to be on top.

The procession continued post lunch as well.

Philander and Maharaj put on a rescue act after du Plessis's wicket.

Maharaj registered his maiden Test fifty as the duo put on 109 runs for the ninth wicket to frustrate India late on day three.

Ashwin struck twice right before stumps to give India a lead of 326 runs.