1st Test: Rahul, Washington Take India To 37/1, Trail SA By 122 Runs After Bumrah Picks 5-27
But KL Rahul: India closed the opening day of the first Test against South Africa at 37/1 in 20 overs and trail by 122 runs after Jasprit Bumrah’s sharp five-wicket haul had earlier skittled the visitors for 159 in their first innings at the Eden Gardens here on Friday.
Before bad light brought an early end to the proceedings in the final session, India lost opener Yashasvi Jaiswal cheaply. But KL Rahul (13 not out) and newly-established number three Washington Sundar (six not out) ensured there was no further damage before the proceedings were stopped prematurely for the day.
The pair batted cautiously, adding 19 runs in an unbroken stand for the second wicket on a surface that continued to show variable Read More...
