Temba Bavuma Returns to Lead South Africa in India Test Series

Captain Temba Bavuma makes a comeback to the South Africa squad for the upcoming two-Test series in India, having recovered from a previous calf injury. Bavuma, crucial to the team’s strategy, had missed the recent series against Pakistan, but his return marks a pivotal moment for South African cricket.

Scheduled to start on November 14, the series pits South Africa against India with matches in Guwahati and Kolkata. Before that, Bavuma might also lead in the shadow series against India A, beginning November 2 in Bengaluru, adding an exciting dimension to the series buildup.

The South Africa team is set to take on India with a retained majority from the Pakistan series, bolstered by players like David Bedingham stepping aside for Bavuma. Spin options in Simon Harmer, Keshav Maharaj, and Senuran Muthusamy, alongside pace prowess from Kagiso Rabada and all-rounders Corbin Bosch, Marco Jansen, and Wiaan Mulder, shape a formidable squad.