Overview
- Mohammed Siraj emphasized the two-match series’ importance to India’s World Test Championship campaign, citing confidence from recent performances.
- The first Test is scheduled at Eden Gardens, Kolkata on November 14, with the second in Guwahati on November 22 as part of an all-format tour.
- Siraj has taken 33 wickets in seven matches in the current WTC cycle, leading the charts, and says he is bowling with strong rhythm.
- India began the 2025–27 cycle with a 2-2 draw in England and a 2-0 home win over the West Indies, placing them at 61.5 percent in the WTC table.
- Sourav Ganguly expects a tough tour for South Africa in Indian conditions but predicts a high-quality contest between the sides.