Team India, led by Shubman Gill, is taking on Temba Bavuma's South Africa in the first Test of the two-match series at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata. The series opener began with disappointment for the hosts, as Bavuma won the toss and opted to bat first on the opening day Friday, November 14.
After suffering a home series loss to New Zealand last year, the India national cricket team whitewashed the West Indies in a two-match Test series last month. The Men in Blue are looking to establish a new era of dominance at home during the 2025-27 World Test Championship WTC cycle.
Temba Bavuma Opts to Bat as Shubman Gill Loses Toss AgainSouth Africa captain Temba Bavuma won the toss and decided to bat first in the opening Test against India at the Eden Gardens. Notably, it is the first Test match at the venue after six years.