Overview
- South Africa’s two-Test tour starts November 14 in Kolkata as the WTC champions pursue a first series win in India since 1999–2000.
- The captain highlighted Keshav Maharaj, Senuran Muthuswamy and Simon Harmer, with Tristan Stubbs as an additional off-spin option, to deliver 20 wickets on turning surfaces.
- Bavuma pointed to recent subcontinent form, including an eight-wicket win in Rawalpindi, with Harmer’s 6/50 underscoring confidence in a spin-led plan.
- He acknowledged India remain difficult at home despite senior absences, noting the newer lineup’s strong displays in England and urging South Africa to start fast.
- Speaking during South Africa A’s Bengaluru fixture, Bavuma framed his approach around calm leadership, squad depth and development, while embracing expectations on his side.