second day of the second test between India And South Africa It became an unforgettable occasion at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati Senuran MuthusamyWho scored his first Test century, which was praised by fans, teammates and commentators alike. The left-handed batsman, who is known for his relentless resistance and measured strokes, played the best innings of his career when his team needed composure and flexibility.
Senuran Muthusamy reaches three figures with style
The decisive moment came on the first ball of the 135th over. Muthusamy needed a short-of-length delivery outside the off stump. Moving onto the backfoot, he punched it neatly through the gap at sweeper cover and immediately realized the importance of the stroke. As the ball darted into space, Muthusamy ran away the required two runs and flashed a wide, hearty smile.
Their celebration reflects years of perseverance. The South African dressing room erupted in applause as his teammates stood up to recognize the achievement. simon harmer While, was clearly delighted marco janson Ran to hug his friend. The helmet raised, the bat raised high, and the winning punch in the air marked the emotional moment – a century that was very close in Pakistan but ultimately came on Indian soil.
It was an innings built on exceptional judgement, calculated aggression and unwavering concentration. Throughout the innings, Muthusamy displayed remarkable game awareness, rarely conceding any chances and punishing anything loose. His footwork against spin and discipline against fast bowlers shows the maturity in his game.
A rare feat in South Africa’s Test history against India
By scoring his maiden Test century from No. 7, Muthusamy joined a small and elite group of South African batsmen who have achieved such a milestone against India. Only two others have done this before:
- quinton de kockWho scored 111 runs in 2019
- lance klusenerWho scored 102 runs in 1997
Joining a pair of explosive left-handed batsmen, Muthusamy’s achievement stands out for his composure and patience, providing South Africa with vital stability lower down the order at a crucial juncture in the match.
Cricket fans across all platforms celebrated the achievement within minutes. Many lauded it as one of the boldest innings by a South African batsman in recent years, especially in subcontinent conditions. Others praised his temperament, the way he handled pressure and rebuilt the innings. Muthusamy’s polite celebration and affectionate embrace with Jensen instantly went viral, symbolizing the camaraderie within the South African camp.
Here’s how fans reacted:
A hundred up!
Senuran Muthusamy’s first Test century.
A remarkable performance showcasing an innings of patience, composure and complete control. pic.twitter.com/eR1aTK6Hze
– Proteas Men (@ProteasMenCSA) 23 November 2025
Senuran Muthusamy’s memorable first test century in Guwahati#WTC27 , #INDvSA : https://t.co/5B1PcNj4kk pic.twitter.com/1X2fhspUtS
– ICC (@ICC) 23 November 2025
By Senuran Muthusamy Ms.
– Exceptional century by Muthusamy against India in Guwahati. He has played a champion innings, his 10th first-class century. pic.twitter.com/bHngjr3EUX
– Sallu_TweetZ🐉 (@msdsalmaan007) 23 November 2025
101* in India
88* in Pakistan ✅
68* ✅ in BangladeshRemember the name: Senuran Muthusamy 🫡#INDvsSA pic.twitter.com/tIbYvAeOnt
– Arshit Yadav (@imArshit) 23 November 2025
“Complete control” full of doubts. https://t.co/8I6auktBxc
– Ashwin 🇮🇳 (@ashwinravi99) 22 November 2025
By Senuran Muthusamy Ms.
– Exceptional century by Muthusamy against India in Guwahati. He has played a champion innings, his 10th first-class century. pic.twitter.com/bC0WnOH2IC
– Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) 23 November 2025
Day 2 Lunch!
Good 2 sessions for the Proteas on the second day.
Senuran Muthusamy, Marco Jensen and Kyle Verreen performed very well and made sure to keep the scorecard ticking. Needing another good session after lunch, we are ready.#INDvSA pic.twitter.com/6XbJ0B3etv
– Νεωτοη (@Newton_Offl_19) 23 November 2025
Rachin Ravindra in New Zealand series whitewash
Senuran Muthusamy in SA seriesWe are being hurt by our own blood 💔 pic.twitter.com/mFZIwyvavI
– Jenil Modi (@Jenil1903) 23 November 2025
Hundred by Senuran Muthusamy
Best performance against India in Guwahati pic.twitter.com/PZ519Cr5RG
– Sahil Singhadiya (@SahilSinghadiya) 23 November 2025
Senuran Muthusamy, who missed 100 runs in the Pindi Test, scored 100 runs in the very next test against India.
• He came to bat at 201/5 and scored 100 runs at number 7.
• This innings is similar to Pakistan’s innings. pic.twitter.com/BWDGkDCTG1
-Nawaz. (@Rnawaz0) 23 November 2025
Senuran Muthusamy’s first international century
Exceptional century by Muthusamy against India in Guwahati. #INDvsSA#testcricket #INDvSA pic.twitter.com/J97pB2cEQ4– Prashant (@pr110009) 23 November 2025
Senuran Muthusamy marks his Test arrival in style with a brilliant maiden century for South Africa!
The entire Proteas dressing room rose to its feet with thunderous applause. #INDvsSA pic.twitter.com/RV3ITQ7C3u– Arshit Yadav (@imArshit) 23 November 2025
Senuran Muthusamy’s 1st Test match 100 and 10th FC 100.
What an innings…took the match away from India. Don’t know why they have picked Nitish Reddy, if they won’t give him more than 4 overs.
Loading another Home Series whitewash.#IndvsSA pic.twitter.com/dlyBqsWPrl– Raghavendra Bharti (@rb_bloggs) 23 November 2025
Congratulations to Senuran Muthusamy and Marco Jansson for reaching centuries (100 runs) and half-centuries (50 runs) respectively.
South Africa is currently at 425/7 in the first innings #INDvsSA @ProteasMenCSA #testcricket
– SibuExcel (@Sibu_Excel) 23 November 2025
History Maker!
Senuran Muthusamy is only the third 🇿🇦 batsman ranked No. 7 or below to score a Test century against India.
Elite List:
· Lance Klusener (1997)
· Quinton de Kock (2019)
· Senuran Muthusamy (2025) ✅What a great knock!#INDvSA pic.twitter.com/eZn8os9oCu
– Rana Ahmed (@RanaAhmad056) 23 November 2025
Century against India and 89 runs against Pakistan in the second test 😵💫 Senuran Muthusamy 💀 #INDvSA
Nightmare for India and Pakistan pic.twitter.com/jJkdGqxZpu– Arxy 🇦🇺 (@ArxySays) 23 November 2025
– Century by Senuran Muthusamy.
– Fifty by Marco Jansson.– First Test century of South African all-rounder Muthusamy vs Team India’s superstars Bumrah, Siraj, Kuldeep, Jadeja and Sundar in the second Test in Guwahati. pic.twitter.com/2qk2Pgv9cc
– Manu. (@IMManu_18) 23 November 2025
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