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The inaugural Test at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati produced an engrossing first day as South Africa reached a steady 142/2 in 49 overs after opting to bat in the series-deciding second Test against India. With Rishabh Pant leading India in the absence of injured skipper Shubman Gill, the hosts came in under pressure after their defeat in the …

India were left ruing a major missed opportunity on the opening day of the second Test against South Africa at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati, as KL Rahul put down a straightforward chance in the slips—an error that set social media buzzing with criticism. Winning the toss and choosing to bat, South Africa began steadily before a dramatic moment …

A travel expert says a city in South Africa is an ideal alternative winter sun destination — and it’s not Cape Town. Instead, Will Sarson, from UK-based cruise and tour operator Riviera Travel, recommends a trip to Johannesburg. The city is South Africa’s biggest with a population of more than 5.5 million people and offers a “unique and meaningful escape”, …

The 2nd Test match between India and South Africa will be held at Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati, from November 22 to 26, 2025. South Africa leads the two-match series 1-0 after a historic 30-run victory in the first Test at Kolkata. With the series on the line, India will be eager to bounce back, while South Africa aim to seal …

South Africa’s selection panel has announced a full-strength squad for their upcoming white-ball tour of India, with Temba Bavuma leading the team for the three-match ODI series and Aiden Markram returning to captain the T20I side. The tour will take place from November 30 to December 19, 2025, with crucial series ahead of next year’s T20 World Cup in India. …

The Indian cricket team will face off against South Africa in the second Test match of their 2025 series, hosted at the Barsapara Stadium in Guwahati starting November 22, 2025. Coming into the match, South Africa hold a slender 1-0 lead after their close 30-run victory in the first Test at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. This upcoming Test carries high stakes …

India have suffered a significant leadership setback ahead of the must-win second Test against South Africa, with captain Shubman Gill ruled out due to a neck injury sustained in the first match. The injury has necessitated Gill’s departure to Mumbai for specialized medical assessment. Shubman Gill ruled out of Guwahati Test; BCCI names replacement captain for South Africa Clash The …

جنوبی افریقا کے خلاف دوسرے ٹیسٹ سے قبل بھارتی ٹیم ایک بار پھر دباؤ کا شکار ہے۔ پہلے ٹیسٹ میں بدترین پرفارمنس اور شکست پر کھلاڑیوں کے بعد اب کولکتہ کے ایڈن گارڈنز اسٹیڈیم کی پچ بھی بھارت میں موضوعِ بحث بنی ہوئی ہے۔ بھارت اور جنوبی افریقا کے درمیان دو ٹیسٹ میچوں پر مشتمل سیریز کا دوسرا ٹیسٹ ہفتے …

South African police and army units held a parade on Wednesday involving helicopters, K-9 dog units and officers on motorcycles in a show of force ahead of expected protests around this weekend’s Group of 20 world leaders summit in Johannesburg. South Africa has deployed 3,500 extra police officers and put the army on standby under its National Joint Operational and …

South Africa spinner Simon Harmer has reignited the India-South Africa cricket rivalry with a subtle swipe at critics and the Indian media, fresh from his match-winning performance in the first Test at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. The Proteas stunned India in dramatic fashion, defending a modest total as Harmer’s off-spin dismantled a star-studded Indian line-up, turning what seemed like an …