IND vs SA 2nd Test live streaming: Where to watch Day 1 in Guwahati today?

Jasprit Bumrah reaped the rewards for a probing morning spell by removing Aiden Markram with the final delivery of the first session as South Africa reached 82 for 1 at tea against India on the opening day of the second Test at Barsapara Stadium on Saturday. Meanwhile, Kuldeep Yadav got rid of Ryan Rickelton in the next over after Tea break.

 

Bumrah bowled a probing spell, repeatedly asking questions to both Markram (38) and Ryan Rickleton (35 batting), who survived the opening six-over spell, largely due to KL Rahul dropping a regulation catch in the second slip when the former was batting on six.

 

Just when it seemed that Proteas opening pair are firmly in control, Bumrah bowled a full delivery and Markram going for an expansive drive was castled all ends up. 

 

Towards the end of the first session, a couple of deliveries from Kuldeep Yadav and Washington Sundar did turn and jump but the better batting surface on offer did make the job of the openers way more easier.

 

There wasn't any sign of uneven bounce first up but Bumrah did make liberal use of the lateral movement that was on offer. Bumrah did challenge the outside edge of both Rickleton and Markram's bats, while Siraj repeatedly troubled the southpaw with his angular deliveries, which would pitch on middle and move away.

 

Bumrah hit Markram's pads with some sharp off-cutters making him uncomfortable. Then he got one to straighten which the Proteas vice-captain jabbed at and to his relief found KL Rahul spill a regulation chance. It was the seventh over of the innings and Markram was then batting on 6.

 

Indian skipper Rishabh Pant introduced Nitish Reddy at the stroke of drinks break and post break changed his ends. But his bowling at best was steady without being menacing. The 'in-out' field employed by Pant with three slips along with deep point and deep square leg made scoring easier for the openers.

 

Once the moisture dried up, Markram did play some flowing drives and the punch through covers off Reddy was among the best boundaries during the first session.

 

In case of Rickleton, he punished the deliveries from Siraj and Reddy which strayed down the leg-side.

 

Rishabh Pant becomes only the second wicketkeeper to lead India in Tests after MS Dhoni, who captained in 60 matches between 2008 and 2014.

 

Playing 11 of both teams: 

South Africa (Playing XI): Aiden Markram, Ryan Rickelton, Wiaan Mulder, Temba Bavuma (c), Tony de Zorzi, Tristan Stubbs, Kyle Verreynne (w), Marco Jansen, Senuran Muthusamy, Simon Harmer, Keshav Maharaj.

  India (Playing XI): KL Rahul, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sai Sudharsan, Dhruv Jurel, Rishabh Pant (w/c), Ravindra Jadeja, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj.

 

Pant, India stand-in captain: 

“Definitely a proud moment. As a cricketer, you always aspire to lead your country, and I’m thankful to the BCCI for giving me this opportunity. Didn’t think about it too much, but at the same time, you want to grab it with both hands and do the best for the team. The environment is: focus on yourself, look at the areas where we can improve as a team, and just come together and fight every moment."

  "We feel the wicket is good for batting, but bowling first is not a bad option either. Shubman is getting well slowly. He was very eager to play, but his body didn’t allow it. He’ll come back stronger. Instead of Shubman, Nitish Reddy comes in, and for Axar, Sai Sudharsan comes in.”

 

Bavuma, South Africa captain:

  “We’ve got to start afresh. Today is another day. The boys are looking forward to it. The wicket looks a lot better. All fundamentals stay the same: bat first, try to get a big score and then play from there.

(On the pitch) A lot more consistent grass, no real cracks. Probably expected to play well for the first two days. Very excited — we know the Indian faithful always come out and play their part. Happy to be part of this historic moment, being the first Test here. Hopefully, we can keep the historic moments going in our favour. One change: Muthusamy comes in and Bosch is out.”

 

Pitch report | Deep Dasgupta and Shaun Pollock: 

“Red-soil pitch, substantial grass cover. A good surface — nice and hard. With the early start and some cloud cover, there’ll be a bit of moisture on the deck. Bat first and negotiate the first hour. We’ll have to wait and see how much spin there is later. Looks like a really good Test pitch.”

 

IND vs SA 2nd Test broadcasting details
Country	Broadcaster / Streaming Platform
South Africa	SuperSport / DStv app and website
United Kingdom	Sky Sports
Australia	Fox Cricket / Kayo Sports app and website
USA	Willow TV
New Zealand	Sky Sports NZ
India	Star Sports/ Jio Hotstar

 

India vs South Africa today’s Test match live streaming and telecast details

 

When will the second Test match between India and South Africa be played?

The second Test of the series between India and South Africa will be played on Saturday, November 22.

 

What will be the venue for the second Test match between India and South Africa?

The November 22 Test match between India and South Africa will be played at Barsapara Stadium, Guwahati.

 

When will the toss for the second Test match between India and South Africa take place?

The toss for the second Test match between India and South Africa will take place at 8:30 am IST.

 

When will the first ball of the second Test match between India and South Africa be bowled?

The first ball of the second Test match between India and South Africa will be bowled at 9:00 am IST.

 

Where to watch the live telecast of the second Test match between India and South Africa in India?

The live telecast of the Test series between India and South Africa will be available on Star Sports Network in India.

 

Where to watch the live streaming of the second Test match between India and South Africa in India?

The live streaming of the Test series between India and South Africa will be available on the Jio Hotstar app and website in India.