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.
Head coach Gautam Gambhir has pinpointed a critical gap in India’s game: not skill, but mental resilience. After the 30-run defeat to South Africa in Kolkata, he stressed that handling pressure in tough Test sessions is what his young batting unit desperately needs to develop.
Despite India’s shocking 30-run defeat to South Africa in the first Test—a loss that ended their 15-year home winning streak against the Proteas—head coach Gautam Gambhir doubled down, declaring, “This is what we wanted,” in defense of the controversial pitch.