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IND vs SA: Fans go wild as Jasprit Bumrah destroys South Africa with his five-wicket haul on the first day of the Kolkata Test.

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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.

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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:

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