Smith says he still respects India ahead of third Test

Smith says there is still "a lot of respect" between the two top-ranked teams despite the on-field confrontation involving the Proteas skipper and fast bowler Sreesanth in the second test in Durban

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Cape Town, South Africa:  South Africa and India captains Graeme Smith and
Mahendra Singh Dhoni have met to discuss any lingering problems between the
teams ahead of the series-deciding third test at Newlands.

Smith says there is still "a lot of respect" between the two top-ranked teams
despite the on-field confrontation involving the Proteas skipper and fast bowler
Shanthakumaran Sreesanth in the second test in Durban, which India won to level
the series.

Smith claims Sreesanth "crossed the line" with some of his sledging, but adds
the matter has been dealt with after talking with Dhoni.

Dhoni says "it's quite difficult to control Sreesanth. Hopefully, he will be on
the right side this time and ... it will not be personal."

The third test starts Sunday.

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