India delivered a decisive breakthrough in the post-lunch session on Day 1 of the second and final Test in Guwahati, with Ravindra Jadeja dismissing South African captain Temba Bavuma. This wicket shifted the momentum firmly in India’s favour. The dismissal was made even more dramatic by Yashasvi Jaiswal’s exceptional athleticism at the boundary, turning what could have been a risky lofted stroke into a game-changing moment.
Bavuma, who had begun to show more positive intent after lunch, looked increasingly keen to attack Jadeja. Sensing this, the Indian left-arm spinner tossed one up cleverly outside off stump in the 59th over, inviting Bavuma to go aerial. The Proteas skipper took the bait, stepping out to loft the ball over mid-off.
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But instead of finding the gap, he caught the inside half of the bat, sending the ball swirling towards long-off. Waiting there was Yashasvi Jaiswal, who judged the trajectory perfectly before launching into a full-stretch dive to complete a brilliant catch. His awareness, timing, and athleticism turned a half-chance into a moment that electrified the Indian camp and silenced South Africa’s hopes of consolidation.
A huge moment! Bavuma looks to go big, but Jadeja strikes and Jaiswal takes a sharp catch! 🔥#INDvSA 2nd Test LIVE NOW 👉 https://t.co/FonCjBDbFl pic.twitter.com/Sg4FnhH5ul
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Bavuma’s dismissal ended a gritty knock of 41 off 92 deliveries, an innings built on patience and determination. His 84-run partnership with Tristan Stubbs had been the strongest stand of the series for South Africa, offering the visitors a real sense of stability after early nerves. With five boundaries and solid footwork, Bavuma looked set for a big one—but Jadeja’s craft and Jaiswal’s sharp reflexes cut the rebuild short.
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The breakthrough came at a perfect time for India, breaking South Africa’s rhythm and pushing them onto the back foot once again. It marked a vital shift in the series decider at Guwahati, keeping India firmly in control heading into the final sessions.
