The first Test between India and South Africa at the Eden Gardens saw India in strong control on the opening day, mainly driven by the talent of the fast bowlers. Jasprit BumrahSouth Africa won the toss and chose to bat first, but ultimately their first innings ended at a paltry score of 159 runs,
The Proteas started aggressively, scoring 57 runs without loss in the first ten overs, indicative of a fast-paced Test match. However, as Bumrah regained his rhythm, the momentum changed rapidly, producing unplayable deliveries to break the opening stand and trigger a dramatic collapse. The fast bowler took an impressive five wickets (5/27), his spell ensuring that the visitors were under constant pressure throughout the three sessions. India have now gained a significant lead, having successfully overcome the first major hurdle of the series by demonstrating their bowling superiority.
IND vs SA: Jasprit Bumrah’s five-star magic ravages South Africa’s top-order and tail-enders
Who led the dominion of India? Jasprit BumrahWhose excellent spell of 5/27 proved too powerful for the South African batting line-up, leading to their collapse in just 55 overs. The visiting team’s innings had a promising start, but the situation changed dramatically once Bumrah found his pace and line, and he delivered two brilliant and “unplayable balls” to dismantle the openers.
He struck twice in the morning session, the first dismissing the opener Aiden Markram (31) and then dismiss Ryan Rickelton (23)Which shattered the initial momentum established by the 57-run partnership. The collapse was cemented by the arrival of the spinner just before lunch. -Kuldeep Yadav Took the captain’s important wicket Temba Bavuma (3)Due to which India got complete control at 71/3. Bumrah’s relentless pressure carried over into the second session, where he returned to send in-form Tony De Zorzi (24)Held the plumb in front, and later he cleared the tail.
His brilliant spell ended with the last two wickets Simon Harmer (5) And Keshav Maharaj (0)Which he dismissed with an unstoppable yorker and completed his five wickets. Bumrah’s accuracy and ability to strike with both the new and old balls made him a central figure in India’s demolition act, earning him praise.
IND vs SA: Middle order’s resistance collapses in front of spin and pace attack
While Bumrah laid the foundation, the combined efforts of the supporting bowlers ensured that South Africa’s middle and lower order could not get any respite throughout the day, leading to the early fall of ten wickets for just 102 runs. After the early wickets, Vianne Mulder (24) And Tony De Zorzi attempted to steady the innings by batting patiently after the lunch break. Mulder, who was looking strong for more than 50 balls, lost focus when he attempted a reverse sweep and was out LBW. -Kuldeep YadavHighlights the tactical patience of the spinner.
The decline accelerated dramatically in the final season with the fast bowler Mohammad SirajWhich was a bit expensive on the first day, making a strong comeback in his tenth over. Siraj achieved a devastating double strike by dismissing the wicketkeeper. Kyle Verreon (16) And Marco Jansen (0) Within just four balls, the lower order unraveled decisively.
The final stages of the innings were finished off by an effective combination of spin and pace. Akshar Patel Joined the wicket taking list. letter stuck Corbin Bosch (3) LBW just before tea, leaving South Africa struggling at 154 for 8, demonstrating the depth of the Indian bowling armoury. Their total of 159 runs in just 55 overs underlined the home team’s complete dominance on the first day, with Siraj and Kuldeep also taking two wickets each and Axar Patel claiming one wicket.
Here’s how fans reacted:
Jasprit Bumrah is full of class! pic.twitter.com/8IdKPEW5JN
– Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) 14 November 2025
boom boom 💥 #INDvSA
– Ashwin 🇮🇳 (@ashwinravi99) 14 November 2025
Jasprit Bumrah is back to doing what he does for breakfast-lunch-dinner: taking five-fors at no cost #IndvsSA pic.twitter.com/CuAWPuJWs4
– Vikrant Gupta (@vikrantgupta73) 14 November 2025
5-fer for Bumrah against South Africa. 5-27. Back to your best! What a day of bowling he had!!
Especially the two openers were special!
– Abhijit Kulkarni (@abijitmk) 14 November 2025
You can hear Bumrah telling the umpire that ‘he didn’t expect this’ while returning after bowling a bouncer to Maharaj. But you can almost feel that he will hold on to that neat yorker for 1 more ball.
A fitting Pfeiffer for one of the greatest of the modern era. never doubt
– BishOnTheRockx (@BishOnTheRockx) 14 November 2025
Five wicket haul for Jasprit Bumrah. He is the go-to man for India in all formats.
Really back into rhythm.
– Bhawana (@cricbhawana) 14 November 2025
5/27 in 14 overs
Another achievement for the legend, in subcontinental conditions, after much hatred and criticism from some quarters of Indian fans.
Ignore the haters and keep conquering new mountains Bumrah. It is a great pleasure to see you. one of a kind. #INDvSA
– Cricketologist (@AMP86793444) 14 November 2025
Best Bumrah spell in a while, got on a string atm. Executing everything you want with impeccable precision and making every ball feel like an event. What a sight it was..
– Prashant (@ps_it_is) 14 November 2025
Bumrah repeatedly reminds that he is the best.
Took 86 Test wickets at home at an average of 16.5 and an extraordinary strike rate of just 35. He is a generational talent.– Rahul Rawat (@rawatrahul9) 14 November 2025
Jasprit Bumrah took five wickets on the opening day of the first test.#INDvSA #JaspreetBumrah pic.twitter.com/2V7BbHqCCM
– CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) 14 November 2025
