South Africa Dominates as India Faces Defeat in the Guwahati Test

Overview

South Africa has gained a commanding position against India in the Guwahati Test pushing the hosts to the brink of defeat. With a lead beyond 300 and remarkable performances from their bowlers and lower order the visitors are closing in on a rare Test series win on Indian soil after two decades.

South African bowlers celebrate a key wicket during India first innings.

Proteas Strengthen Their Hold on Day Three

South Africa tightened their grip on the second Test in Guwahati by ending the third day in complete control. Their openers provided a steady and confident start guiding the team to 26 runs without losing a wicket and extending their overall lead to an imposing 314 runs.

India Crumbles in the First Innings

India struggled badly in response to South Africa’s massive first innings total of 489. The hosts were bundled out for just 201 failing to offer any substantial resistance despite a few promising moments.

Jaiswal and Sundar Attempt to Stabilize Innings

Yashasvi Jaiswal played a gritty knock of 58 emerging as the top scorer for India. Washington Sundar added a valuable 48 helping India avoid an even bigger collapse. Both batters combined for a 72 run partnership for the seventh wicket at a time when India had already lost seven wickets for just 122 runs.

Marco Jansen Leads With a Six Wicket Haul

South African pacer Marco Jansen delivered one of his finest Test spells taking six wickets and dismantling India batting lineup. His pace bounce and accuracy created continuous problems for the hosts who appeared uncertain on a pitch that offered consistent assistance to the bowlers.

Lower Order Rescues South Africa With Key Contributions

The Proteas lower order showcased exceptional fight in the first innings. All rounder Senuran Muthusamy scored his maiden Test century while Marco Jansen added to his brilliance with a superb 93 run knock. Their partnership frustrated Indian bowlers and took the innings to a commanding total. Kuldeep Yadav picked up four wickets for India but lacked support from the other end.

Senuran Muthusamy raises his bat after scoring his maiden Test century.

India Batting Woes Continue on a Better Pitch

Despite heavy criticism of the pitch during the first Test at Eden Gardens India failed to improve their performance on a more batting friendly surface in Guwahati. The hosts now require an extraordinary comeback to stay alive in the match and the series.

A Rare Opportunity for South Africa

South Africa now stands on the verge of a historic achievement. They have won only one Test series in India a 2-0 clean sweep in the 1999–2000 season. With their current position of dominance the Proteas are closer than ever to ending a two decade drought.

India meanwhile must resolve their team combination issues and rediscover form quickly if they hope to avoid a home-series defeat.