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hardThe 1939 "Timeless Test" between South Africa and England at Durban was abandoned without a result. Why?
ABoth teams agreed to a draw after negotiations
BThe ground was flooded beyond repair
✓England had to leave to catch their ship home
DWar was declared partway through
Answer Explanation
The 1939 Timeless Test at Kingsmead, Durban lasted 10 days and was abandoned because England had to catch their ship home to avoid being stranded. England were 654/5 chasing 696 to win when the match was called off.
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