Tuesday, May 12
Cheteshwar Pujara acknowledged India's batting struggles after a 30-run Test loss to South Africa, highlighting the need to adapt to challenging pitches. Dismissed for 93 while chasing 124, India suffered their fourth home defeat in six matches. The team now faces a quick turnaround to address their approach before the next Test.
New Zealand batted first and finished at 269-7. Mitchell held the innings together after the team slipped early. West Indies captain Shai Hope took four catches behind the stumps, including Rachin Ravindra for 4 and Will Young for a golden duck in the seventh over. West Indies ended at 262-6 while chasing 270.
South Africa secured a significant 30-run victory over India in the opening Test, marking their first win in the country in 15 years. India's batting struggled against quality spin, being bowled out for 93 while chasing 124. This result extends Proteas captain Temba Bavuma's impressive unbeaten run. It was India’s fourth home defeat in their last six Tests.
Jasprit Bumrah and Temba Bavuma shared a composed conversation after India's 30-run defeat to South Africa, putting aside a Day 1 controversy. South Africa secured a historic Test win in India, defending 124 runs on a challenging Eden Gardens pitch. The post-match exchange signaled that there were no hard feelings between the two.
India's head coach Gautam Gambhir defended the challenging Eden Gardens pitch after their 30-run Test defeat to South Africa, stating it was the surface the team requested. The loss was compounded by Shubman Gill's withdrawal due to a neck injury sustained on day two, with his fitness for the next Test uncertain.
South Africa achieved a historic 30-run victory over India in the opening Test, marking their first win on Indian soil in 15 years. India's batting faltered against quality spin, collapsing for 93 while chasing 124. Stand-in captain Rishabh Pant admitted pressure got to the team, despite coach Gautam Gambhir defending the pitch.
Team India faced a disappointing 30-run loss to South Africa in Kolkata. Head coach Gautam Gambhir highlighted the young batting lineup's struggle with pressure during tough Test cricket sessions. The team must now focus on improving their temperament and building resilience ahead of the 2nd Test in Guwahati set to commence on Saturday.
South Africa secured a thrilling 30-run victory over India in the first Test, with Simon Harmer's eight wickets proving decisive. India, chasing 124, faltered to 93, hampered by the absence of captain Shubman Gill due to injury. Keshav Maharaj and Aiden Markram also played key roles in the win, giving the Proteas a 1-0 series lead.
