Gautam Gambhir Visits Kalighat Temple Ahead Of India vs South Africa 1st Test At Eden Gardens
India head coach Gautam Gambhir seeks blessings at Kalighat Temple ahead of the IND vs SA 1st Test at Eden Gardens, as Team India gears up for a high-stakes WTC 2025-26 clash.
Nov 12, 2025, 07:59 AM IST
Team India's Playing XI vs South Africa 1st Test: Rishabh Pant Returns, Dhurv Jurel Out, Strongest Lineup Revealed
India is set to host South Africa in a thrilling two-match Test series 2025, beginning November 14 at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. The BCCI squad announcement includes Rishabh Pant’s return as the first-choice wicketkeeper-batter, while Yash Dayal Jurel misses out, sparking debate among fans. Shubman Gill leads the team as captain, supported by in-form batters Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, and Sai Sudharsan. Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, and Kuldeep Yadav provide all-round strength, while Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj spearhead a lethal pace attack. India’s strongest playing XI combines experience, youth, and versatility, promising high-scoring innings and strategic battles in the upcoming home Test series.
Nov 06, 2025, 08:20 AM IST