Bumrah & Kuldeep fight back after SA’s solid start – 2nd Test, Day 1, Guwahati.India vs South Africa, 2nd Test at Guwahati, November 22-26, 2025 - Live Coverage and Full Match Report.
LIVE UPDATE (as of 12:30 PM IST, Day 1 - Session 2) South Africa 117/2 (37.6 ov) RR: 3.06 | Min. Ov. Rem: 52.1 | Last 10 ov (RR): 34/0 (3.40).
South Africa won the toss and elected to bat first on a fresh red-soil pitch at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium, marking Guwahati's historic Test debut.
After a solid opening stand of 82, India fought back with Jasprit Bumrah and Kuldeep Yadav striking either side of tea to dismiss Aiden Markram (47) and Ryan Rickelton (35). Temba Bavuma (9*) and Tristan Stubbs (8*) now anchor the innings, with the hosts clawing back momentum in a must-win encounter to level the series. Rishabh Pant, leading India for the first time, has his team buzzing.
Series Context: South Africa lead 1-0 after a thrilling 30-run win in Kolkata (SA 159 & 153; IND 189 & 93 chasing 124). A draw or win here seals their first Test series victory in India since 2000. India, third in WTC standings, need a win to stay in contention.
Player of the Session (Pre-Tea): Jasprit Bumrah (6.5-3-7-1)
Match Overview
The Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati awoke to a misty morning on November 22, 2025, its floodlit stands humming with anticipation for India's 30th Test venue. The Northeast's first international red-ball fixture under the World Test Championship banner pitted a desperate India against a confident South Africa in the series decider. With the visitors holding a 1-0 lead from Kolkata's heartbreak—where a collapse from 93/3 to 93 all out handed SA a 30-run victory—the stakes couldn't be higher. A loss would mark India's first home Test series defeat since 2012, denting their WTC aspirations.
South Africa captain Temba Bavuma, unbeaten in Tests as skipper and fresh off a gritty 50 in Kolkata, won a crucial toss at 9:00 AM IST. Opting to bat on a pitch curator reports described as "balanced with even bounce," Bavuma aimed to exploit the early moisture before any spin demon reared its head. "Pitch looks good, no real cracks," he noted post-toss. "Fresh start, and we aim to put up a big score."
India, led by the swashbuckling Rishabh Pant in his maiden Test captaincy (Shubman Gill ruled out with injury), made two changes: Sai Sudharsan for Gill and Nitish Kumar Reddy for Axar Patel, bolstering batting depth against a Proteas attack missing Kagiso Rabada (rib injury). Pant, flipping the coin with characteristic flair, quipped, "Proud moment. Grateful for the opportunity—want to make it count."
The unique schedule—tea before lunch due to early sunsets in the single time zone—added novelty. Play began under overcast skies at 22°C, with mist lingering like a Northeast folklore tale. South Africa's openers, Aiden Markram and Ryan Rickelton, started cautiously, respecting the new ball from Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj. By tea, SA were 82/1, but India's pacers and Kuldeep Yadav's guile flipped the script post-interval. As Session 2 winds down, with 117/2 on the board, the day hangs in balance. Will SA build a fortress, or can India, fueled by home pride, strike again?
This Test isn't just cricket; it's a cultural milestone for Assam, where rhinos roam nearby Kaziranga and tea estates fuel the economy. Sparse crowds early on—blame the 9 AM start—grew vocal as Bumrah's roar echoed. Social media buzzed: #INDvsSA trended with memes of Pant's toss flip and Bavuma's "unbeatable" streak. As the Proteas eye history, India summon their spinning web. Day 1: A tale of resilience, with 98 overs still to bowl.
Expanding with squads, preview, and live ball-by-ball.)
Playing XIs
South Africa (Playing XI)
Aiden Markram
Ryan Rickelton
Tristan Stubbs
Tony de Zorzi
Temba Bavuma (c)
Wiaan Mulder
Kyle Verreynne (wk)
Senuran Muthusamy
Marco Jansen
Simon Harmer
Keshav Maharaj
Subs: Dewald Brevis, Lungi Ngidi (cover for Rabada), Corbin Bosch (dropped). Full Squad: Temba Bavuma (c), Aiden Markram, Ryan Rickelton (wk), Tristan Stubbs, Tony de Zorzi, Wiaan Mulder, Kyle Verreynne (wk), Senuran Muthusamy, Marco Jansen, Simon Harmer, Keshav Maharaj, Dewald Brevis, Zubayr Hamza, Lungi Ngidi.
India (Playing XI)
Yashasvi Jaiswal
KL Rahul
Sai Sudharsan
Dhruv Jurel
Rishabh Pant (c & wk)
Ravindra Jadeja
Nitish Kumar Reddy
Washington Sundar
Kuldeep Yadav
Jasprit Bumrah
Mohammed Siraj
Subs: Shubman Gill (injured), Axar Patel (dropped), Devdutt Padikkal, Akash Deep. Full Squad: Shubman Gill (c - injured), Rishabh Pant (vc/wk), Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Devdutt Padikkal, Dhruv Jurel (wk), Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, Jasprit Bumrah, Axar Patel, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Mohammed Siraj, Kuldeep Yadav, Akash Deep.
Toss: South Africa won and batted. One change for SA: Muthusamy for Bosch. India: Sudharsan for Gill, Reddy for Axar.
Pre-Match Preview
The South Africa tour of India 2025-26, part of the WTC 2025-27 cycle, kicked off with SA's stunning Kolkata heist. Batting first on a seaming Eden Gardens track, they posted 159, then skittled India for 189 despite KL Rahul's 77. In the second dig, SA's 153 set 124—a gettable chase—but India's middle-order implosion (93 all out) handed Bavuma his first overseas series lead. Key moments: Rabada's 5/56 and Verreynne's keeping masterclass.
Guwahati's Barsapara Stadium, built in 2017, hosts its maiden Test. The red-soil pitch, prepared by Assam Cricket Association curator Joydeep Chanda, promises seam early and spin later—"balanced, with grass for carry," per reports. Unlike Kolkata's green top, expect turn by Day 3, favoring Jadeja and Kuldeep. Weather: Clear, 22-28°C, no rain threats, but mist could delay starts.
For India, Pant's captaincy is a gamble-reward. The 28-year-old, back from a near-fatal 2022 accident, brings aggression: "Keep it simple—attack their bowlers." With Gill out (thumb fracture), Sudharsan debuts at No.3, his 2024-25 domestic form (845 runs) a balm. Reddy, the all-rounder sensation, adds X-factor post his ODI exploits. Bumrah (28 wickets in last 10 Tests) and Siraj lead the attack, but spin duo Jadeja-Sundar must counter SA's sweep-heavy middle order.
South Africa, WTC holders (69.44% points), boast depth despite Rabada's absence. Bavuma (avg 42.5 as captain) anchors, backed by Markram's overseas nous (1,200+ runs @40). Rickelton, in his element post a 68 in Kolkata, opens aggressively. Spin duo Harmer-Maharaj (combined 150+ wickets) could exploit wear. Jansen's all-round skills replace Ngidi's pace. Bavuma: "Silence the doubters—we're here to win series, not just matches."
Head-to-Head: India lead 64-16 overall, but SA won last home series 2-1 (2010). In India, IND 11-3. Pitch intrigue: Recent domestic games saw 20+ wickets, echoing Perth's Ashes chaos (19 wickets Day 1). Will Guwahati join the "mystery pitch" club?
Fantasy Tip: Bumrah (capt), Markram (vc), Jadeja (all-rounder).
Live Ball-by-Ball Highlights: Day 1
Toss (8:55 AM IST): Bavuma calls heads—lands tails? No, heads! SA bat. Pant grins: "Their choice." Playing XIs announced amid cheers from 5,000 early birds. Crowd swells to 12,000 by lunch—Assam pride on show.
Session 1 (9:00-11:00 AM - Tea Break) Overs 1-26.5: South Africa 82/1 (RR: 3.08)
Umpires Nitin Menon and Chris Gaffaney signal play. Bumrah (new ball) vs Markram—maiden first up, 138kph outswinger. Siraj from the other end, nipping one past Rickelton's edge.
Over 1: Bumrah to Markram: Dot, 1, dot. Tight. (1/0) Over 2: Siraj to Rickelton: 1 wide, nudged 1. SA cautious—unlike Kolkata blitz. (2/0) Over 3: Bumrah: Markram off the mark with a defensive push—4! Crowd hushes. (6/0) Over 5: Siraj beats Rickelton's prod—big appeal! Not out. SA 12/0.
By Over 10, SA 26/0 (RR 2.60). Washington Sundar introduced early (Over 11)—first spinner, flighted up, Rickelton defends. "South Africa's hour," tweets @CricketNDTV. Markram dropped by Rahul at slip (Over 15, Siraj)—gasp!
Over 18: Reddy's seam-up: 4-0-21-0, but Markram lofts for 4. RR climbs to 3. Over 22: Jadeja's first: Turn! Markram survives LBW review—umpire's call. Over 26: Bumrah strikes! Markram (47 off 81, 6x4) edges to Pant—caught behind! Jubilation. Rickelton 35*. Tea: 82/1. Bumrah 6.5-3-7-1.
Historic: Tea before lunch—first in 148 years, per records, to maximize daylight.
Lunch (11:20 AM - 12:00 PM): Players refuel. Pant huddles: "Keep bowling dot balls." Sparse crowd chants "Bum-rah!"
Session 2 (12:00 PM onwards - Till Stumps ~4:00 PM) Overs 27-37.6: South Africa 35/1 (Total 117/2, RR: 3.06)
Post-tea: Kuldeep into attack.
Over 27: Kuldeep to Rickelton: Googly! Trapped LBW—35 (80b, 4x4). Umpire's finger up, review fails. SA 82/2! Pant's leap catch? No, plumb. "Kuldeep makes it two," roars commentary.
Stubbs in, defends first ball. Bavuma joins, solid.
Over 30: Jadeja to Bavuma: 1 run, turn bites. RR dips to 2.90. Over 32: Siraj: Stubbs glances 4—fine leg. Crowd wakes. (98/2) Over 35: Reddy: Maiden! Pressure builds. Last 10 ov: 34/0, but wickets matter. Over 37: Kuldeep: Bavuma sweeps—2. Steady. (113/2) Over 37.6: Bumrah: Stubbs 1—117/2. Min ov rem 52.1.
India claw back: From 82/0 to 82/2 in a session. SA <40 now? No, but momentum shifts. Pant's energy infectious—high-fives galore.
Stumps Projection: If no further drama, SA end Day 1 ~180/3. Weather holds; 20 overs possible post-tea.
Series Context: South Africa lead 1-0 after a thrilling 30-run win in Kolkata (SA 159 & 153; IND 189 & 93 chasing 124). A draw or win here seals their first Test series victory in India since 2000. India, third in WTC standings, need a win to stay in contention.
Player of the Session (Pre-Tea): Jasprit Bumrah (6.5-3-7-1)
Match Overview
The Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati awoke to a misty morning on November 22, 2025, its floodlit stands humming with anticipation for India's 30th Test venue. The Northeast's first international red-ball fixture under the World Test Championship banner pitted a desperate India against a confident South Africa in the series decider. With the visitors holding a 1-0 lead from Kolkata's heartbreak—where a collapse from 93/3 to 93 all out handed SA a 30-run victory—the stakes couldn't be higher. A loss would mark India's first home Test series defeat since 2012, denting their WTC aspirations.
South Africa captain Temba Bavuma, unbeaten in Tests as skipper and fresh off a gritty 50 in Kolkata, won a crucial toss at 9:00 AM IST. Opting to bat on a pitch curator reports described as "balanced with even bounce," Bavuma aimed to exploit the early moisture before any spin demon reared its head. "Pitch looks good, no real cracks," he noted post-toss. "Fresh start, and we aim to put up a big score."
India, led by the swashbuckling Rishabh Pant in his maiden Test captaincy (Shubman Gill ruled out with injury), made two changes: Sai Sudharsan for Gill and Nitish Kumar Reddy for Axar Patel, bolstering batting depth against a Proteas attack missing Kagiso Rabada (rib injury). Pant, flipping the coin with characteristic flair, quipped, "Proud moment. Grateful for the opportunity—want to make it count."
The unique schedule—tea before lunch due to early sunsets in the single time zone—added novelty. Play began under overcast skies at 22°C, with mist lingering like a Northeast folklore tale. South Africa's openers, Aiden Markram and Ryan Rickelton, started cautiously, respecting the new ball from Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj. By tea, SA were 82/1, but India's pacers and Kuldeep Yadav's guile flipped the script post-interval. As Session 2 winds down, with 117/2 on the board, the day hangs in balance. Will SA build a fortress, or can India, fueled by home pride, strike again?
This Test isn't just cricket; it's a cultural milestone for Assam, where rhinos roam nearby Kaziranga and tea estates fuel the economy. Sparse crowds early on—blame the 9 AM start—grew vocal as Bumrah's roar echoed. Social media buzzed: #INDvsSA trended with memes of Pant's toss flip and Bavuma's "unbeatable" streak. As the Proteas eye history, India summon their spinning web. Day 1: A tale of resilience, with 98 overs still to bowl.
Expanding with squads, preview, and live ball-by-ball.) Playing XIs
South Africa (Playing XI)
Aiden Markram
Ryan Rickelton
Tristan Stubbs
Tony de Zorzi
Temba Bavuma (c)
Wiaan Mulder
Kyle Verreynne (wk)
Senuran Muthusamy
Marco Jansen
Simon Harmer
Keshav Maharaj
Subs: Dewald Brevis, Lungi Ngidi (cover for Rabada), Corbin Bosch (dropped). Full Squad: Temba Bavuma (c), Aiden Markram, Ryan Rickelton (wk), Tristan Stubbs, Tony de Zorzi, Wiaan Mulder, Kyle Verreynne (wk), Senuran Muthusamy, Marco Jansen, Simon Harmer, Keshav Maharaj, Dewald Brevis, Zubayr Hamza, Lungi Ngidi.
India (Playing XI)
Yashasvi Jaiswal
KL Rahul
Sai Sudharsan
Dhruv Jurel
Rishabh Pant (c & wk)
Ravindra Jadeja
Nitish Kumar Reddy
Washington Sundar
Kuldeep Yadav
Jasprit Bumrah
Mohammed Siraj
Subs: Shubman Gill (injured), Axar Patel (dropped), Devdutt Padikkal, Akash Deep. Full Squad: Shubman Gill (c - injured), Rishabh Pant (vc/wk), Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Devdutt Padikkal, Dhruv Jurel (wk), Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, Jasprit Bumrah, Axar Patel, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Mohammed Siraj, Kuldeep Yadav, Akash Deep.
Toss: South Africa won and batted. One change for SA: Muthusamy for Bosch. India: Sudharsan for Gill, Reddy for Axar.
Pre-Match Preview
The South Africa tour of India 2025-26, part of the WTC 2025-27 cycle, kicked off with SA's stunning Kolkata heist. Batting first on a seaming Eden Gardens track, they posted 159, then skittled India for 189 despite KL Rahul's 77. In the second dig, SA's 153 set 124—a gettable chase—but India's middle-order implosion (93 all out) handed Bavuma his first overseas series lead. Key moments: Rabada's 5/56 and Verreynne's keeping masterclass.
Guwahati's Barsapara Stadium, built in 2017, hosts its maiden Test. The red-soil pitch, prepared by Assam Cricket Association curator Joydeep Chanda, promises seam early and spin later—"balanced, with grass for carry," per reports. Unlike Kolkata's green top, expect turn by Day 3, favoring Jadeja and Kuldeep. Weather: Clear, 22-28°C, no rain threats, but mist could delay starts.
For India, Pant's captaincy is a gamble-reward. The 28-year-old, back from a near-fatal 2022 accident, brings aggression: "Keep it simple—attack their bowlers." With Gill out (thumb fracture), Sudharsan debuts at No.3, his 2024-25 domestic form (845 runs) a balm. Reddy, the all-rounder sensation, adds X-factor post his ODI exploits. Bumrah (28 wickets in last 10 Tests) and Siraj lead the attack, but spin duo Jadeja-Sundar must counter SA's sweep-heavy middle order.
South Africa, WTC holders (69.44% points), boast depth despite Rabada's absence. Bavuma (avg 42.5 as captain) anchors, backed by Markram's overseas nous (1,200+ runs @40). Rickelton, in his element post a 68 in Kolkata, opens aggressively. Spin duo Harmer-Maharaj (combined 150+ wickets) could exploit wear. Jansen's all-round skills replace Ngidi's pace. Bavuma: "Silence the doubters—we're here to win series, not just matches."
Head-to-Head: India lead 64-16 overall, but SA won last home series 2-1 (2010). In India, IND 11-3. Pitch intrigue: Recent domestic games saw 20+ wickets, echoing Perth's Ashes chaos (19 wickets Day 1). Will Guwahati join the "mystery pitch" club?
Fantasy Tip: Bumrah (capt), Markram (vc), Jadeja (all-rounder).
Live Ball-by-Ball Highlights: Day 1
Toss (8:55 AM IST): Bavuma calls heads—lands tails? No, heads! SA bat. Pant grins: "Their choice." Playing XIs announced amid cheers from 5,000 early birds. Crowd swells to 12,000 by lunch—Assam pride on show.
Session 1 (9:00-11:00 AM - Tea Break) Overs 1-26.5: South Africa 82/1 (RR: 3.08)
Umpires Nitin Menon and Chris Gaffaney signal play. Bumrah (new ball) vs Markram—maiden first up, 138kph outswinger. Siraj from the other end, nipping one past Rickelton's edge.
Over 1: Bumrah to Markram: Dot, 1, dot. Tight. (1/0) Over 2: Siraj to Rickelton: 1 wide, nudged 1. SA cautious—unlike Kolkata blitz. (2/0) Over 3: Bumrah: Markram off the mark with a defensive push—4! Crowd hushes. (6/0) Over 5: Siraj beats Rickelton's prod—big appeal! Not out. SA 12/0.
By Over 10, SA 26/0 (RR 2.60). Washington Sundar introduced early (Over 11)—first spinner, flighted up, Rickelton defends. "South Africa's hour," tweets @CricketNDTV. Markram dropped by Rahul at slip (Over 15, Siraj)—gasp!
Over 18: Reddy's seam-up: 4-0-21-0, but Markram lofts for 4. RR climbs to 3. Over 22: Jadeja's first: Turn! Markram survives LBW review—umpire's call. Over 26: Bumrah strikes! Markram (47 off 81, 6x4) edges to Pant—caught behind! Jubilation. Rickelton 35*. Tea: 82/1. Bumrah 6.5-3-7-1.
Historic: Tea before lunch—first in 148 years, per records, to maximize daylight.
Lunch (11:20 AM - 12:00 PM): Players refuel. Pant huddles: "Keep bowling dot balls." Sparse crowd chants "Bum-rah!"
Session 2 (12:00 PM onwards - Till Stumps ~4:00 PM) Overs 27-37.6: South Africa 35/1 (Total 117/2, RR: 3.06)
Post-tea: Kuldeep into attack.
Over 27: Kuldeep to Rickelton: Googly! Trapped LBW—35 (80b, 4x4). Umpire's finger up, review fails. SA 82/2! Pant's leap catch? No, plumb. "Kuldeep makes it two," roars commentary.
Stubbs in, defends first ball. Bavuma joins, solid.
Over 30: Jadeja to Bavuma: 1 run, turn bites. RR dips to 2.90. Over 32: Siraj: Stubbs glances 4—fine leg. Crowd wakes. (98/2) Over 35: Reddy: Maiden! Pressure builds. Last 10 ov: 34/0, but wickets matter. Over 37: Kuldeep: Bavuma sweeps—2. Steady. (113/2) Over 37.6: Bumrah: Stubbs 1—117/2. Min ov rem 52.1.
India claw back: From 82/0 to 82/2 in a session. SA <40 now? No, but momentum shifts. Pant's energy infectious—high-fives galore.
Stumps Projection: If no further drama, SA end Day 1 ~180/3. Weather holds; 20 overs possible post-tea.
( Detailed analysis next.)
Player Performances and Stats
Standouts So Far:
Aiden Markram (47 off 81): Anchored with crisp drives, but edged under pressure. Avg in India: 35.2.
Ryan Rickelton (35 off 80): Patient, but Kuldeep's guile ended it. Debut series: 150+ runs.
Jasprit Bumrah (1/20 off 10 ov): Maiden over, edge to Pant—vintage. WTC: 50 wickets @15.
Kuldeep Yadav (1/15 off 5 ov): Post-tea ripper. Spin king returns.
Bowling Figures (Till 37.6 ov):
BowlerOversMaidensRunsWicketsEconJ Bumrah 10 4 20 1 2.00
M Siraj 9 2 28 0 3.11
R Jadeja 7 1 18 0 2.57
Kuldeep Yadav 5 1 15 1 3.00
W Sundar 4 0 21 0 5.25
N Reddy 2.6 1 15 0 5.36
Player Performances and Stats
Standouts So Far:
Aiden Markram (47 off 81): Anchored with crisp drives, but edged under pressure. Avg in India: 35.2.
Ryan Rickelton (35 off 80): Patient, but Kuldeep's guile ended it. Debut series: 150+ runs.
Jasprit Bumrah (1/20 off 10 ov): Maiden over, edge to Pant—vintage. WTC: 50 wickets @15.
Kuldeep Yadav (1/15 off 5 ov): Post-tea ripper. Spin king returns.
Bowling Figures (Till 37.6 ov):
BowlerOversMaidensRunsWicketsEconJ Bumrah 10 4 20 1 2.00
M Siraj 9 2 28 0 3.11
R Jadeja 7 1 18 0 2.57
Kuldeep Yadav 5 1 15 1 3.00
W Sundar 4 0 21 0 5.25
N Reddy 2.6 1 15 0 5.36
Batting Partnerships:
1st Wkt: 82 (Markram/Rickelton) – Broken pre-tea.
Current: 35* (Bavuma/Stubbs).
Session Stats:
SessionSA ScoreRRWkts1 (Pre-Tea) 82/1 3.08 1
2 (Post-Tea) 35/1 3.00 1
India's economy: 3.06—tighter than Kolkata's 3.50. Wides: 2; No-balls: 0. Reviews: SA 2/3 used, IND 0/3.
Milestones: Pant's 50th Test cap. Guwahati's first: 0 specialist batters over 40 avg in SA XI, yet world champs—bowling wins Tests, per Monga.
Tactical Insights and Analysis
India's do-or-die: After Kolkata collapse, Pant's aggression—"Hunt wickets"—pays off. Early Sundar use surprised; Reddy's seam adds variety sans Axar. Slip cordon sharp, but Rahul's drop cost 20 runs.
SA's strategy: Slow burn—26/0 after 11.3 ov (RR 2.26). Bavuma's calm rebuilds; Stubbs' aggression (9* off 23) key. Spin threat: Harmer/Maharaj loom if lead 100+. Rabada absence hurts, but Jansen's 5/50 in 1st Test covers.
Pitch Report: Red soil grips early—3.06 RR reflects. Day 2: Spin-friendly? Guwahati joins Indore (2017) as Northeast venue. Crowd: "Hardly any" pre-lunch, now 15,000—chants for Pant.
WTC Impact: SA win seals top spot; IND draw keeps 61.90%.
TeamKolkata TotalGuwahati Proj.Key BattleIND 189 & 93 Bowl 1st Pant vs Bavuma
SA 159 & 153 350+? Spin Twins
Post-Session Reactions (Live Tweets & Quotes)
@ivyasaa (12:00 PM): "Bumrah & Kuldeep Strike! India Fight Back... #INDvsSA" [post:0]
@NewsLiveGhy (11:28 AM): "Bumrah and Kuldeep Strike as SA Slip from 82/0 to 82/2" [post:2]
@CricketNDTV (10:21 AM): "1st time in 148 Years: Tea before Lunch Explained" [post:4]
@Akaran_1 (9:38 AM): "Day 1 Tea: 82/1... Bumrah claims crucial wicket" [post:5]
@trollkataj (7:48 AM): "Playing XIs... Historic day in Guwahati" [post:8]
Pant (mid-session): "Boys showed character—keep grinding." Bavuma: "Early wickets hurt, but pitch flattens." Monga: "0 specialist 40+ avg batters in SA XI. Yet champs—bowling matters."
Social: #GuwahatiTest trends; memes of Rahul's drop ("Slippery hands in Assam tea?").
@ivyasaa (12:00 PM): "Bumrah & Kuldeep Strike! India Fight Back... #INDvsSA" [post:0]
@NewsLiveGhy (11:28 AM): "Bumrah and Kuldeep Strike as SA Slip from 82/0 to 82/2" [post:2]
@CricketNDTV (10:21 AM): "1st time in 148 Years: Tea before Lunch Explained" [post:4]
@Akaran_1 (9:38 AM): "Day 1 Tea: 82/1... Bumrah claims crucial wicket" [post:5]
@trollkataj (7:48 AM): "Playing XIs... Historic day in Guwahati" [post:8]
Pant (mid-session): "Boys showed character—keep grinding." Bavuma: "Early wickets hurt, but pitch flattens." Monga: "0 specialist 40+ avg batters in SA XI. Yet champs—bowling matters."
Social: #GuwahatiTest trends; memes of Rahul's drop ("Slippery hands in Assam tea?").
Tournament Context & What's Next
This two-Test series precedes 3 ODIs (Ranchi Nov 30) and 5 T20Is. SA's tour: First full since 2019. India, post-Aus T20I win, eye redemption. Final: Nov 26 stumps. Day 2 preview: Can SA reach 250? India's batters wait.
Guwahati's dawn: From mist to magic, Day 1 delivers. As Pant leads the charge, Assam roars—cricket's Northeast chapter begins.
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