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📌 Day 1 Stumps Overview: South Africa Begin Confidently in the 2nd Test
Day 1 Stumps set the tone for a balanced and competitive Test match, as South Africa reached 247/6 after opting to bat first on a pitch offering light assistance to both pacers and spinners. The visitors showed patience, absorbed pressure, and stitched meaningful partnerships through the day. The surface at Guwahati provided a fair contest, rewarding disciplined batting while also helping bowlers who maintained consistent lengths.
As Day 1 Stumps shaped the early momentum of the match, South Africa’s composed approach ensured they remained firmly in the contest. Their innings lacked a big century stand but delivered enough resilience to frustrate India’s attack.
📊 FULL SCORECARD — SOUTH AFRICA 1st INNINGS
Total: 247/6 (81.5 Overs), RR: 3.02
| Batter | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aiden Markram b Bumrah | 38 | 81 | 5 | 0 | 46.91 |
| Ryan Rickelton c Pant b Kuldeep | 35 | 82 | 5 | 0 | 42.68 |
| Tristan Stubbs c Rahul b Kuldeep | 49 | 112 | 4 | 2 | 43.75 |
| Temba Bavuma (c) c Jaiswal b Jadeja | 41 | 92 | 5 | 0 | 44.57 |
| Tony de Zorzi c Pant b Siraj | 28 | 59 | 3 | 1 | 47.46 |
| Wiaan Mulder c Jaiswal b Kuldeep | 13 | 18 | 2 | 0 | 72.22 |
| Senuran Muthusamy not out | 25 | 45 | 4 | 0 | 55.56 |
| Kyle Verreynne (wk) not out | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 25.00 |
Extras: 17 (b 8, lb 7, nb 2)
Yet to Bat: Marco Jansen, Simon Harmer, Keshav Maharaj
🧩 Day 1 Stumps Analysis: South Africa’s Batters Show Discipline
The South African innings was less about flashy stroke play and more about determination. Aiden Markram began with a firm 38, weathering early spells from Bumrah and Siraj. Ryan Rickelton’s 35 complemented him perfectly as the pair put together a stabilizing stand.
Tristan Stubbs showcased the best balance between caution and intent. His 49 off 112 stood out for its maturity, especially when he punished fuller deliveries from spinners with precision. Captain Temba Bavuma added 41, guiding the middle passage with a calm head before Jadeja removed him with a well-crafted delivery.
Tony de Zorzi and Wiaan Mulder offered brief but useful contributions, ensuring South Africa did not lose wickets in clusters. When stumps were drawn, Muthusamy’s unbeaten 25 and Verreynne’s presence gave the visitors stability heading into Day 2.
🎯 Day 1 Stumps Breakdown: India’s Bowlers Keep It Competitive
India’s bowling effort was steady without being overwhelming, creating pressure but searching for breakthroughs in intervals.
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bumrah | 17 | 6 | 38 | 1 | 2.20 |
| Siraj | 17.5 | 3 | 59 | 1 | 3.30 |
| Reddy | 4 | 0 | 21 | 0 | 5.20 |
| Sundar | 14 | 3 | 36 | 0 | 2.60 |
| Kuldeep | 17 | 3 | 48 | 3 | 2.80 |
| Jadeja | 12 | 1 | 30 | 1 | 2.50 |
Kuldeep Yadav was India’s standout bowler, claiming 3/48 and consistently threatening with sharp dip and turn. Bumrah’s 1/38 displayed accuracy and control, while Siraj grabbed a timely wicket with his away-seamer. Jadeja’s economy in the middle overs kept South Africa from building larger stands.
Though not among the wicket-takers, Washington Sundar maintained commendable lines, enabling the main bowlers to attack from the opposite end.
🔮 What Day 1 Stumps Means for Day 2
With the scoreboard reading 247/6, both teams have reasons to feel optimistic. South Africa will aim to push past the 300-run mark, especially with Muthusamy settled and Jansen to follow. Meanwhile, India recognise the importance of striking early tomorrow to prevent South Africa from gaining a bigger advantage.
The opening hour of Day 2 will be crucial. A quick wicket could swing momentum India’s way, while a steady partnership may help South Africa take control of the first innings.
