5 positives South Africa will take home from the England Test series 

#3. Dean Elgar as a solid opener

Elgar put on a solid 136-run knock in the third Test

The Test series was special for Dean Elgar in many ways. During the series, he became South Africa's 36th Test captain and in the third Test played one of his finest Test innings ever.

But his captaincy stint wasn't memorable as South Africa lost the first Test without displaying any fight and Elgar himself failed to pump any inspiration in the team. As a batsman as well, it was a par series for the South African opener. He averaged 36.37 in the series which is less than his career average.

However, Elgar will return home as a more confident batsman, knowing very well that he has the qualities required to survive hostile bowling in difficult conditions.

His knock of 136 in the fourth innings of the third Test was a glimpse of tremendous potential and South Arica will be eager to exploit this potential.

Elgar faced on an average 71.3 balls per innings which is a positive sign for South Africa who is struggling to find the perfect combination at the top of the order.