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2nd Test: India Include Sai And Nitish, Muthusamy Replaces Bosch As SA Elect To Bat
Nitish Kumar Reddy: India have included B Sai Sudharsan and Nitish Kumar Reddy, while South Africa have brought in Senuran Muthusamy in place of Corbin Bosch as the latter elected to bat first in the second Test at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium on Saturday.
A win in Guwahati will help India level the series and avoid their second Test series loss at home in two years. South Africa, the reigning World Test Championship winners, are chasing their first Test series win in India since the Hansie Cronje-led side won here in 2000.
Guwahati is making its debut as a Test cricket venue and South Africa captain Temba Bavuma said he was glad to be a part of this historic moment, apart from bringing an extra spinner in Muthusamy.
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2nd Test: South Africa Will Look To Be Ruthless And Take On Opportunities, Says Bavuma
World Test Championship: South Africa captain Temba Bavuma said his side will play in a ruthless way in the second Test against India, starting at the Barsapara Stadium on Saturday, and look to seize every opportunity in their quest to get a 2-0 series win.
Pant Will Handle It Fine As India’s Captain For Guwahati Test Against SA, Says Ponting
Barsapara Cricket Stadium: Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting has backed wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant to be fine in handling the captaincy role for India in the upcoming second Test against South Africa, saying his vast experience will serve him well to lead the hosts in the absence of Shubman Gill.
After Missing Kolkata Game Due To Rib Injury, Rabada Ruled Out Of Second Test
Seamer Lungi Ngidi: After missing South Africa’s 30-run win over India in the first Test at Kolkata, fast bowler Kagiso Rabada has been ruled out of the second Test against India in Guwahati and the subsequent white‑ball series due to a rib bone stress injury.
Roach, Hodge Return To West Indies Squad For NZ Tests
West Indies Test: Kemar Roach has been brought back into the West Indies Test squad for their December tour of New Zealand. The veteran fast bowler features in a 15-man group for the three-match series, stepping in as Shamar Joseph and Alzarri Joseph remain sidelined with injuries.
Pat Cummins Retained as SRH Captain for IPL 2026
Australia's Pat Cummins will continue as the captain of Sunrisers Hyderabad for a third consecutive Indian Premier League (IPL) season, with the franchise confirming his role on Monday through a post on its official ‘X’ handle.
The Spill Of Excellence Is Gone: Backlash Erupts As India Slip To 30-run Loss At Eden Gardens
World Test Championship: India's unexpected 30-run loss to South Africa in the first Test at Eden Gardens has sparked a wave of frustration and criticism from fans across social media.
1st Test: SA Beat India By 30 Runs In First Test
Despite being bowled out for 159 on day one after choosing to bat first, World Test Championship winners South Africa executed a remarkable comeback to defeat India by 30 runs in the first Test at Eden Gardens on Sunday. Chasing a modest target of 124, South Africa dismissed India for only 93 in 35 overs on Day 3.
1st Test: Harmer Picks 4-21 As South Africa Bowl Out India For 93 To Win By 30 Runs
World Test Championship: Despite being dismissed for 159 on day one after choosing to bat first, World Test Championship winners South Africa staged a remarkable comeback to defeat India by 30 runs in the first Test at Eden Gardens on Sunday. Chasing a modest target of 124, South Africa bowled out India for just 93 in 35 overs on Day 3.
IPL 2026: KKR Rope In NZ Great Tim Southee As Bowling Coach
Kolkata Knight Riders: Three-time IPL winners Kolkata Knight Riders on Friday announced the appointment of New Zealand fast bowling great Tim Southee as their new bowling coach ahead of the 2026 season.
Gautam Gambhir Interacts With Young Footballers In Kolkata
World Test Championship Final: Former cricketer and current head coach of the Indian national cricket team Gautam Gambhir interacted with young football players at ITC Sonar in Kolkata ahead of Children’s Day.
1st Test: Rishabh, Axar Return As South Africa Opt To Bat First Against India
India have welcomed back Rishabh Pant and Axar Patel into their playing eleven as South Africa won the toss and elected to bat first in the Test series opener at the Eden Gardens on Friday.
South Africa Eye First Test Series Win In India In 25 Years As Jurel, Pant Set To Feature
Star Sports Network TV: Twenty-five years since their last Test series win in India, South Africa return with renewed belief, experience, and the ambition to end one of their longest barren runs in world cricket. The reigning World Test Championship winners, led by Temba Bavuma, will begin their 2025-26 tour at Eden Gardens on Friday, aiming to become only the second visiting side since 2012 to win a series in India.
Winning A Test Series In India Would Be Next Best To Our WTC Triumph: Bavuma
The Eden Gardens Test: For Temba Bavuma, few cricketing challenges are as alluring as conquering India in their own backyard. The South African captain, who led his team to the World Test Championship (WTC) title earlier this year, believes that a series victory in India would stand just a step below that global triumph in significance.
Hashim Amla Backs South Africa’s Preparation Ahead Of India Test Opener, Praises Shubman Gill’s Leadership
Former South Africa: Former South Africa cricketer Hashim Amla believes that Temba Bavuma’s side is well-prepared for the challenge awaiting them in India, as the two-match Test series begins in Kolkata on Friday.
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