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SA stretch lead to 395 as pitch wears down; India stare at tough chase

Openers Ryan Rickelton (35 off 64) and Aiden Markram (29 off 84) continued their good form, stitching together another fifty-run stand. However, Jadeja broke through with two key wickets.

IND vs SA 2nd Test live streaming: Where to watch Day 3 in Guwahati today?

Indian batting order experienced a collapse that saw go down from 95/1 to 119/6 on the day.

When was the last time Team India lost a Test by an innings at home?

The last instance where India lost a Test by an innings at home occurred over 15 years ago, during the 1st Test in Nagpur from February 6-9, 2010, when South Africa toured India.

IND vs SA: South Africa grind India down as Muthusamy, Jansen star on Day 2

Despite Jansen's disappointment, South Africa can be immensely proud of their effort. They forced India to grind through 151.1 overs, completely reversing the momentum on Day 2.

India vs South Africa HIGHLIGHTS 2nd Test Day 1: Three for Kuldeep as disciplined India edge the day

At stumps, Senuran Muthusamy was unbeaten on 25 with new batter Kyle Verreynne at the other end as Mohammed Siraj had Tony de Zorzi (28) caught behind.

India vs South Africa 2nd Test Playing 11, live timings, live streaming

Rishabh Pant to lead India in Guwahati Test as Shubman Gill ruled out due to neck spasm. The live toss for IND vs SA 2nd Test will take place at 8:30 AM IST

IND vs SA 2nd Test Playing 11: Who will replace Gill if he remains unfit?

Two specialist batters, B Sai Sudharsan and Devdutt Padikkal, are available, along with seam-bowling allrounder Nitish Kumar Reddy, who rejoins the squad after being rested for the first Test.

ICC World Test Championship points table after IND vs SA 1st Test

The loss adds pressure on India, who have now suffered three defeats in the current WTC cycle, including two earlier in England.

India vs South Africa 1st Test highlights: South Africa beat India in low-scoring thriller

The second Test will be played in Guwahati from November 22-26. It was SA's first Test win in India in 15 years.

Who is Simon Harmer? South African spinner who ripped through India

From domestic nearly-man to master craftsman, Harmer's long, winding journey meets its defining moment at Eden Gardens

What is highest successful run chase, lowest defended total in Kolkata Test

The highest successful run chase at the Eden Gardens dates back more than 20 years, when India chased down 117 against South Africa in 2004

India vs South Africa LIVE HIGHLIGHTS 1st Test Day 1: Rahul-Sundar hold the fort; IND 37/1 at stumps

A major boost for India came in the form of Rishabh Pant's comeback from a foot injury that kept him out of action for three Tests.

IND vs SA 1st Test live streaming: Where to watch Day 1 in Kolkata today?

Young captain Shubman Gill will rely on experienced campaigners like Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj, while Rishabh Pant is set to return after a lengthy injury layoff.

IND vs SA: Why is Kagiso Rabada not playing in the Kolkata Test match?

South Africa entered the opening Test without their premier fast bowler, Kagiso Rabada, who was sidelined due to a rib injury.

India vs South Africa 1st Test playing 11, timings, live streaming

India have received a major boost with Rishabh Pant returning from the foot injury that sidelined him for three Tests.

India vs South Africa Head-to-Head stats in Test cricket over the years

Under the new leadership of Shubman Gill, the hosts aim to continue their impressive home record, especially after bouncing back strongly from a 2-2 draw in ENG and the rare 3-0 loss to NZ last year.

India vs South Africa 1st Test: Eden Gardens pitch report and key stats

Eden Gardens, historically known for its batting-friendly surfaces that occasionally offer assistance to spinners, may play differently this time.

Winning series in India would come close to WTC triumph: Temba Bavuma

Bavuma believes the current squad, unbeaten in a full-strength Test series since coach Conrad took charge in 2023, has the maturity and belief to challenge India and script a rare away series win.

Shubman Gill: Choosing between extra seamer and spinner remains tricky call

While Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammad Siraj are certain starters, Akash Deep remains the third pace option in the squad.

Hopefully we have learned from the New Zealand series: coach Ten Doeschate

India's assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate is hoping that his batters have learnt lessons from the rare series-defeat at home against New Zealand last year as the hosts get ready to take on spin-heavy Proteas in the two-Test rubber, starting Friday. Armed with a potent spin attack, taking on South Africa seems like competing against a "subcontinent team", Ten Doeschate said, admitting that they need to get better at negotiating the challenge posed by tweakers. South Africa's recent Test series in Pakistan saw their spin quartet of Keshav Maharaj, Simon Harmer, Senuran Muthusamy and Prenelan Subrayen take 35 wickets to draw the two-match series 1-1. "They have got four (three specialist) spinners at their disposal. Most likely they will play three and it is a little bit like playing against a subcontinent team," Ten Doeschate said during a media interaction ahead of the opening Test. The Proteas arrive with a balanced attack in both pace and spin. If Kagiso Rabada and Marco Jansen