The Proteas are putting up a fight in the second test against India! Senuran Muthusamy anchored the South African innings with a resilient half-century, frustrating the Indian bowlers on the second day at the Barsapara Stadium in Guwahati. South Africa reached 316 for six at tea, showcasing admirable patience and skilled defence.
Muthusamy and Verreynne Defy India
Resuming at 247 for six, Muthusamy and Kyle Verreynne blunted India's attack, rotating the strike and capitalizing on rare loose deliveries. Muthusamy reached his fifty from 121 balls, featuring six boundaries, while Verreynne contributed a solid 38. Their partnership proved crucial in absorbing pressure and building a platform for the innings.
India's Frustration Grows
India's bowlers grew visibly frustrated as the session progressed. Spinners increased their pace in a desperate search for a breakthrough, but this negated the available turn on the good batting surface. A close call came when Muthusamy was initially given out lbw, but a review revealed the ball had grazed his glove.
Only 69 runs were scored in the session, but the two hours spent at the crease by the seventh-wicket pair could prove invaluable. With the wicket expected to deteriorate rapidly, the runs scored on the first two days will be critical. Muthusamy will resume on 56, having faced 131 balls and boosted his test average above 50.
- Muthusamy scored his third half-century.
- South Africa reached 316 for six at tea.
- The partnership between Muthusamy and Verreynne lasted for two hours.
Play began at 9:00 am local time, with the tea break after the first session and lunch after the second.