Overview
- Temba Bavuma wrote that Jasprit Bumrah and Rishabh Pant apologised to him for a stump‑mic comment during the Kolkata Test.
- He said he did not hear the remark at the time and checked with South Africa’s media manager before accepting the apology.
- Bavuma added he holds no grudges and prefers to use on‑field words as motivation rather than carry ill will.
- South Africa coach Shukri Conrad’s use of the word “grovel” drew criticism and historical comparisons, and he later apologised, saying he should have chosen a better term.
- The incidents occurred during a tour in which South Africa won the Tests 2–0 in India, and coverage has focused on apologies and regret with little sign of formal disciplinary action.