India vs South Africa live streaming: Team India will hope to keep the winning momentum intact as the focus switches to red ball. The Shubman Gill-led unit will host South Africa in the first of the two-match Test series, which gets underway from Friday at Eden Gardens in Kolkata.
India's awe-inspiring batting depth will face a stern test against South Africa's quality spin attack when the reasonably well-matched sides clash in an eagerly-anticipated contest. India would be haunted by the ghosts of last year's home debacle against New Zealand when their home record was shattered by Kiwi spinners Ajaz Patel, Mitchell Santner and Glenn Phillips, who shared 36 wickets across three Tests, fashioning an unprecedented 0-3 whitewash.
Given South Africa's heavy reliance on tweakers right now, that collapse against sustained spin pressure will linger in the collective memory of the home side.
The reigning World Test champions are known for fiery pacers historically but are currently armed with one of the most potent spin groups in world cricket. The Proteas arrive on the back of a morale-boosting 1-1 draw in Pakistan, achieved without inspirational captain Temba Bavuma.
South Africa's spin trio of Keshav Maharaj, Simon Harmer and Senuran Muthusamy accounted for 35 of the 39 wickets to fall across the series outperforming Pakistan’s own slow-bowling contingent of Noman Ali, Sajid Khan, Asif Afridi and Salman Agha, who managed 27 wickets collectively.
When is the first Test between India and South Africa?
The first Test between India and South Africa will be played on Friday (November 14).
Where is the first Test between India and South Africa?
The first Test between India and South Africa will be played at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata.
What time does the first Test between India and South Africa start?
The first Test between India and South Africa will start at 9:30 am IST. Toss will take place half an hour before the scheduled start.
Which TV channels will broadcast the first Test between India and South Africa?
The first Test between India and South Africa will broadcast on Star Sports Network.
Where can I catch the live streaming of the first Test between India and South Africa?
The live streaming of the first Test between India and South Africa will be available on the JioHotstar app and website.
- with PTI inputs
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