The two-match Test series between India and South Africa begins on November 14th, with the first match taking place at the Eden Gardens Stadium in Kolkata. This series is crucial for both teams in the context of the fourth edition of the World Test Championship. The Indian team will be looking to perform well in their final Test series at home in 2025, with captain Shubman Gill shouldering a significant responsibility. This series is also crucial for the South African team, which has returned to India after completing its tour of Pakistan. Consequently, all eyes are on the weather conditions expected throughout the five days of the Kolkata Test.
Is there any chances of rain?
Talking about the weather on all five days of the first match of the two-match Test series between India and South Africa, to be played at the Eden Gardens Stadium in Kolkata, there is no possibility of rain disrupting the match. According to AccuWeather report, the weather will remain completely clear throughout all five days of play, which is a good thing for the fans. Some fog may be seen during the first session of the morning, but this will also clear as the day’s play progresses. Talking about the temperature, it is expected to remain around 18 degrees Celsius in the morning game, after which it may reach close to 30 degrees Celsius in the afternoon session.
Team India has an excellent record in Kolkata
The Indian team’s Test cricket record at Kolkata’s Eden Gardens Stadium has been impressive. Team India played its first match here in 1934, and since then, it has played a total of 42 matches, winning 13, losing 9, and drawing 20. Regarding the pitch for the first Test, Team India captain Shubman Gill said in his statement that it resembles a traditional Indian pitch, which clearly suggests that spinners will dominate.
The two-match Test series between India and South Africa begins today, Friday, November 14th. The first match of this series will be played at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. The Indian team has remained unbeaten against South Africa in the 21st century. However, this time it will not be easy for India to defeat defending champions South Africa, as this team now appears to be very strong.
The team boasts excellent batsmen and fast bowlers, as well as excellent spinners. However, Team India is no less, led by young Shubman Gill. Therefore, a very tough competition is expected between the two teams. Let us tell you the important facts related to this match before this match.