Temba Bavuma survives on DRS, India players left stunned after watching the replay
New Delhi: India’s start in the second Test, being played at the Barsapara Stadium in Guwahati, was not as expected. On the first day of the match, South African captain Temba Bavuma took charge and made things difficult for the Indian bowlers. A controversial DRS decision further shocked the Indian team, making the entire match exciting.
South Africa’s start overshadows the Indian bowling
Winning the toss and electing to bat first, South Africa put pressure on the Indian bowlers from the outset. Bumrah provided relief by dismissing Markram, and soon after, Kuldeep Yadav dismissed Ryan Rickelton. But this momentum of wickets could not continue.
Bavuma-Stubbs partnership strengthens the front
After the third wicket fell, captain Temba Bavuma and Tristan Stubbs remained at the crease. Both batted with maturity and thwarted every attempt by the Indian bowlers. By lunch, South Africa’s score reached 154 for 2—taking complete control of the match.
Controversial DRS adds to the excitement—Jadeja and Pant’s faces leave them stunned
In the second session, Bavuma was beaten by a brilliant delivery from Ravindra Jadeja, prompting a fervent appeal from Team India. The umpire gave a decision of not out, and Rohit Sharma confidently took the DRS.
Replays showed both impact and pitching in-line, but the ball appeared to miss leg stump. Jadeja’s face showed disbelief as the result came in, and Pant was also shocked by the decision.
Pressure mounts on Team India, already trailing in the series
India has already lost the Kolkata Test by 30 runs and is trailing 0-1 in the series. The second Test is crucial, as a defeat in this match would mean losing the series. In such a scenario, Bavuma’s survival has further increased Team India’s difficulties.
Story Highlights
- Temba Bavuma escapes in a controversial DRS decision, India gets an unexpected decision.
- Jadeja and Pant appear shocked by the decision.
- The Bavuma-Stubbs batting partnership increases the pressure on India.
- Trailing 0-1 in the series, the second Test is now a do-or-die situation for India.
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