India’s alarming decline in home Test dominance resurfaced once again with their defeat to South Africa in the opening Test at Eden Gardens. From a 3–0 whitewash in New Zealand to repeated struggles on rank turners, India’s batting frailties have been brutally exposed. The collapse while chasing just 124 runs on Day 3 raised serious concerns about technique, temperament and preparation on spin-friendly tracks.

As India attempt to regroup for the second Test in Guwahati, a fresh challenge has emerged, which is Shubman Gill’s injury.

Kumble Names Sai Sudharsan as First Choice Replacement

Former India captain and legendary spinner Anil Kumble has weighed in on the big selection call. With Gill sustaining a neck injury during the first innings at Eden Gardens and subsequently ruled out of t

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