South Africa Wins First Test vs India by 30 Runs

South Africa secured a surprising 30-run victory over India in the first Test at Eden Gardens in Kolkata, wrapping up the match inside three days and taking a 1-0 lead in the two-match series. The win, sealed on Sunday, highlighted captain Temba Bavuma's resilient unbeaten 55, which guided the Proteas to a second-innings total of 153 after both teams struggled with low first-innings scores under 200.

The contest unfolded on a pitch that offered uneven bounce and sharp turn from early on, leading to a rapid collapse of wickets. South Africa were bowled out for 183 in their first innings, giving India a 30-run lead after the hosts managed 213. In their second dig, the visitors slumped to 9 for 7 before Bavuma anchored the innings with a patient 136-ball knock featuring four boundaries. He shared a crucial 44-run stand for the eighth wicket with Corbin Bosch, who scored 25, steadying the ship on a deteriorating surface. India, needing 124 to win, faltered in pursuit, losing by 30 runs as South African spinners exploited the conditions.

Bavuma's performance extended his unbeaten record as South Africa captain, with 10 wins and one draw in 11 Tests. The 35-year-old's composure under...