IND vs SA [WATCH]: Mohammed Siraj’s rippling delivery sends Marco Jansen packing on Day 1 of Kolkata Test

On Day 1 of the 1st Test between India and South Africa at Eden Gardens, the hosts took control after South Africa won the toss and elected to bat. With the conditions favoring the bowlers, India made inroads into the South African lineup, with Jasprit Bumrah and Kuldeep Yadav earlier picking up key wickets. The South African innings was under pressure as they reached 147/7 with the tail exposed. Marco Jansen, the tall all-rounder, was at the crease, but it was Mohammed Siraj who had other plans.

Mohammed Siraj strikes with a beautiful delivery to dismiss Marco Jansen for a duck

Siraj was in exceptional rhythm during his spell, and his delivery to Marco Jansen was the perfect showcase of his skill. With South Africa struggling at 147/7, Siraj delivered a perfectly executed length ball, which reversed sharply after landing on the pitch. The ball swung back in towards Jansen, who was attempting a defensive shot but was unable to bring his bat down in time. The late swing beat the all-rounder’s defenses, and the ball went straight through the gate, uprooting his stumps. Jansen, late on the shot and failing to use his feet, was left with no chance. The wicket was a significant one, as it added to India’s dominance, leaving South Africa with just three wickets remaining. Siraj’s sheer pace and the ball’s late movement showcased why he’s one of the best in such conditions, and the dismissal further solidified India’s control over the match.

Here’s the video:

2 bouncers and a full ball. Miyaan magic to Jansen

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South Africa struggles at Tea on Day 1 of 1st Test vs India 

Day 1 of the 1st Test between India and South Africa at Eden Gardens saw South Africa under significant pressure after they chose to bat first. The Indian bowlers, led by Bumrah, Siraj and Kuldeep Yadav, made early breakthroughs to put the visitors on the back foot. Despite a brief resistance from Wiaan Mulder and Tony de Zorzi, South Africa found themselves at 154/8 by Tea, with the tail exposed. India’s bowlers, especially Bumrah, maintained tight lines and used the conditions well to reduce South Africa to a precarious position.

South Africa, after winning the toss and opting to bat, got off to a solid start, reaching 50 runs in 9.2 overs. However, the fall of key wickets kept the scoring rate in check, and the pressure mounted. Ryan Rickelton (23) and Aiden Markram (31) were dismissed, followed by Temba Bavuma (3), Wiaan Mulder (24) and Tony de Zorzi (24). As the middle order crumbled, South Africa found themselves reeling at 120/5, with India’s bowlers continuing to exploit the conditions. Mohammed Siraj’s reverse swing and Kuldeep’s spin kept the batters guessing, while Bumrah’s pace made life even harder for the Proteas. At Tea, South Africa was left to rely on their lower order, with Tristan Stubbs (15) and the tailenders fighting to save face. With just 38 overs remaining in the day, India will be looking to wrap up the innings swiftly and gain a firm grip on the match.

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