India vs South Africa Live Score: Host India return under pressure after a heartbreaking loss in the series opener where a Proteas delivered a stunning performance. With Shubman Gill unavailable for the Guwahati Test, India carry extra responsibility to regroup against the World Test Champions and fight hard to level the contest.
IND vs SA Live Score: First runs
FOUR! South Africa get their first runs through byes as Jasprit Bumrah sends a fuller inswinger down leg and the keeper has no chance to collect it. Aiden Markram watches it roll away and the visitors are underway in Guwahati. SA 4/0 in (0.4)
India vs South Africa Live Score: Players take the field in Guwahati
The players walk out as Aiden Markram and Ryan Rickelton get set to open for South Africa. Jasprit Bumrah has the new ball in hand and India look for an early impact on what promises to be a lively first hour.
IND vs SA Live Score: Pitch Report
Deep Dasgupta and Shaun Pollock describe the Guwahati surface as a red-soil pitch with a healthy grass cover, firm and well prepared. They expect a bit of moisture early because of the cloud and the early start, suggesting teams must survive the first hour. Spin might come later but overall it looks a solid test wicket.
India vs South Africa Live Score: Key changes for India
Nitish Reddy and Sai Sudarshan in
Axar Patel out
Shubman Gill unavailable due to injury
IND vs SA Live Score: Pant shares pride after taking charge
“It’s a proud moment for me and I’m thankful to the BCCI for giving me this opportunity. You want to grab it with both hands,” Pant said. “We’ve made two changes with Nitish Reddy and Sai Sudarshan coming in.”
Pant becomes only the second wicketkeeper to captain Indian side in Tests.
IND vs SA Live Score: Playing XIs
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
India vs South Africa Live Score: South Africa win toss and choose to bat
South Africa start the Guwahati test on their terms after winning the toss and opting to bat first.
IND vs SA Live Score: India hope their toss woes finally end
India step into the Guwahati test with an unusual concern hanging over them as their long toss drought continues. Across formats they have lost 49 tosses since 2024 and it has often shaped match situations.
India vs South Africa Live Score: India weigh options for number 3
Indian managment faces sharp scrutiny over the number three spot after the first test where Washington Sundar was tried in the role and drew heavy criticism. With Shubman Gill out for the Guwahati test the big question is who steps in. India must decide whether to repeat the experiment or return to a conventional top order with Sai Sudarshan likely to enter the side.
India vs South Africa Live Score: Head-to-Head Record
India vs South Africa Head-to-Head
Total Matches: 45 India Won: 16 South Africa Won: 19 Draw: 10
IND vs SA Live Score: India look to square off the series
India walk into the Guwahati test carrying heavy pressure after their recent slump at home with four defeats in their last six matches. With Shubman Gill unavailable, Rishabh Pant is likely to lead the side and the number three slot remains a major concern. India must rediscover their home dominance to square the series.
The defending WTC champions showed remarkable grit in the first test where they turned the game on Day 3 with great intent. Temba Bavuma stepped up with a superb half century and Simon Harmer ripped through the India batting lineup with brilliant spin. The proteas now look to carry this momentum and chase a rare test series win in India after decades.
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