The first day of the India vs South Africa 2nd Test, played in Cape Town, was a whirlwind of cricketing action. The day I witnessed an incredible 23 wickets fall, a rarity in Test cricket. South Africa, batting first, were bundled out for just 55 runs. India seemed stable at 153/4 in their innings but dramatically collapsed to 153 all out. The day they concluded with South Africa’s second innings at 62/3, trailing India by 36 runs.
Detailed Scorecard: South Africa vs India 2nd Test Day 1 Highlights
South Africa 1st Innings
SA 1st Innings: Total 55 All Out
- Mohammed Siraj led the Indian bowling attack, achieving his career-best figures with a stunning six-wicket haul in 9 overs.
- Jasprit Bumrah (2 wickets) and Mukesh Kumar (2 wickets) were contributors.
India 1st Innings
Ind 1st Innings: Total 153 All Out
- Top scorers: Virat Kohli (46 runs), Rohit Sharma (39 runs), Shubman Gill (36 runs).
- South Africa’s Lungi Ngidi and Nandre Burger took crucial wickets, causing a significant collapse in the Indian batting line-up.
South Africa 2nd Innings
SA 2nd Innings: 62/3 at Stumps
- Aiden Markram remained not out at 36 runs.
- Indian bowlers Mukesh Kumar and Jasprit Bumrah took 2 and 1 wickets, respectively.
Conclusion
The first day of the 2nd Test between India and South Africa was remarkable in Test cricket, marked by exceptional bowling performances and unexpected batting collapses. The upcoming days promise to be equally gripping as both teams vie for dominance.
FAQ
1. What were the standout performances?
Ans. Mohammed Siraj’s 6-wicket haul and Aiden Markram’s not-out innings of 36 runs.
2. How many wickets fell on Day 1?
Ans. A total of 23 wickets fell on the first day.
3. What is the current situation of the match?
Ans. At the end of Day 1, South Africa are 62/3 in their second innings, trailing India by 36 runs.
4. What led to India’s batting collapse?
Ans. The Indian batting collapse was triggered by Lungi Ngidi’s dismissals, followed by Rabada’s bowling attack.
5. What record did South Africa set with their first innings total?
Ans. South Africa recorded their lowest-ever total since their red-ball readmission, being all out for 55.
