After a shocking 30-run defeat to South Africa, Cheteshwar Pujara has delivered a blunt message to India’s batters: stop making excuses and find a way to score, even on the toughest pitches.
Former England captain Michael Vaughan launched a scathing attack on the Eden Gardens pitch after India’s 30-run Test loss to South Africa, declaring, “You deserve to lose on a pitch like that.” Head coach Gautam Gambhir fired back, insisting the surface was exactly what India wanted.
The Eden Gardens pitch has ignited a firestorm in global cricket circles after India’s shocking 30-run defeat to South Africa. While head coach Gautam Gambhir insists there were “no demons,” legends like Dale Steyn, Anil Kumble, and Cheteshwar Pujara call it luck-based and unfit for Test cricket.
India’s captain Shubman Gill remains doubtful for the second Test against South Africa due to a neck injury sustained in Kolkata. Head coach Gautam Gambhir confirmed the team is monitoring his condition closely ahead of the crucial Guwahati match.
Despite a heated ‘bauna’ remark during Day 1 of the Kolkata Test, Jasprit Bumrah and Temba Bavuma shared a calm, respectful post-match chat—highlighting the spirit of sportsmanship after South Africa’s historic 30-run win over India.
Temba Bavuma has extended his flawless record as South Africa’s Test captain, leading the Proteas to a stunning 30-run victory over India in Kolkata—their first win on Indian soil in 15 years.