South Africa defeated India by 30 runs in the opening Test of the two-match series on Sunday, their first win in the country in 15 years. India were bowled out for 93 in 35 overs while chasing 124, continuing a pattern of struggles against quality spin on home pitches. The World Test Champions now lead the two-match series 1-0. The result also extended Proteas captain Temba Bavuma’s unbeaten run in Test cricket. Since taking over the role, Bavuma has led South Africa to 10 wins in 11 Tests, with the remaining match ending in a draw. His record also includes victory in the World Test Championship final against Australia. Simon Harmer finished with eight wickets in the Kolkata Test match, outperforming India’s spin attack on a pitch expected to assist Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel an

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