Sat Nov 22 04:40:00 UTC 2025: Here’s a news article summarizing the first day of the 2nd Test match between India and South Africa:
South Africa Edges India on Day 1 of 2nd Test, Kuldeep Yadav Shines
Guwahati, India – South Africa ended Day 1 of the second Test against India at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati with a score of 247 for 6 after winning the toss and electing to bat. The day saw a mixed performance, with South Africa building a solid foundation before losing wickets in the later sessions.
Opener Aiden Markram scored 38 and Rayaan Rickelton contributed 35, giving the Proteas a steady start. Captain Temba Bavuma added 41 before falling to Ravindra Jadeja. Tristan Stubbs missed out on a half-century, dismissed by Kuldeep Yadav for 49. Tony de Zorzi scored 28 before being caught by Pant off the bowling of Mohammed Siraj. Wiaan Mulder was dismissed for 13, also falling to Kuldeep Yadav.
At the close of play, Senuran Muthusamy was unbeaten on 25 and Kyle Verreynne on 1.
For India, Kuldeep Yadav was the pick of the bowlers, claiming 3 wickets. Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, and Ravindra Jadeja each took one wicket.
While South Africa managed to build a decent score, India clawed back with crucial wickets, ensuring a fairly balanced first day. The match is finely poised, with both teams looking to seize the advantage on Day 2.
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