IND vs SA 2nd Test in Guwahati: Pitch, Weather, Match Details & Prediction

IND vs SA 2nd Test: The second and final Test of the series between India and South Africa begins in Guwahati on November 22nd. This is the first time a men's Test match is being held in Guwahati. Therefore, both teams will be unsure about the pitch. Despite being the host, the Indian team lacks experience with the pitch, and therefore, the Guwahati Test is expected to be an exciting one.

IND vs SA: The second match of the Test series will be played from November 22nd

Now, let's tell you when this match will be played. The second match of the IND vs SA Test series is scheduled to be played from November 22nd. This is Saturday. This match of the series will be held in Guwahati. Notably, this ground in Guwahati has hosted many matches, but this will be the first time it hosts a Test match. Therefore, there is considerable excitement surrounding the match. It remains to be seen how the pitch is prepared.

Who will benefit from the Guwahati pitch?

The second Test match, IND vs SA is scheduled to be played from November 22nd. The match will be played at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati. The new ball at the Barsapara Stadium is expected to provide some assistance to the fast bowlers. Morning humidity and cool winds may promote swing and seam movement, making the role of fast bowlers crucial.

The pitch is expected to break down and dry out as the match progresses. Spin bowlers typically begin to find turn on Indian pitches from the third and fourth days. On a balanced Test wicket, batsmen will have to play cautiously during the first two days, but once settled, they can score quickly.

What will the weather be like in Guwahati?

Good news is coming for fans ahead of the second Test in Guwahati. According to the weather forecast, clear weather is expected in Guwahati from November 22nd to 26th. According to the forecast, there is only a 4% chance of rain on November 22, 3% on November 23, 1% on November 24, 1% on November 25, and 1% on November 26. Temperatures are expected to range between 29 and 15 degrees Celsius.

IND vs SA Playing 11

India Squad: Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill (c), Rishabh Pant (w), Dhruv Jurel, Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Axar Patel, Devdutt Padikkal, Akash Deep.

South Africa Squad: Aiden Markram, Ryan Rickelton, Tristan Stubbs, Temba Bavuma (c), Tony de Zorzi, Dewald Brevis, Kyle Verreynne (w), Simon Harmer, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Corbin Bosch, Senuran Muthusamy, Zubayr Hamza, Wiaan Mulder.

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