South Africa’s off-spinner Simon Harmer delivered a crucial breakthrough on Day 3 of the second Test in Guwahati, dismissing India’s all-rounder Washington Sundar at a stage when the hosts were quietly rebuilding. The wicket not only ended a gritty partnership but also left head coach Gautam Gambhir visibly stunned, a reaction that quickly caught the attention of fans and experts alike.
India had resumed the day under immense pressure, trailing far behind South Africa’s imposing 489. The top and middle order once again failed to absorb the pressure, slipping to 122 for 7. With the team staring at a possible follow-on, Sundar and Kuldeep Yadav stepped up to script a much-needed fightback.
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The duo batted with discipline and purpose, stitching a crucial 72-run stand off 208 balls for the eighth wicket. Just as the partnership began to frustrate the visitors, Harmer broke through. Bowling slower through the air, Harmer floated a teasing delivery outside off.
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Washington Sundar, who had been rock-solid until then, pushed at it with an open face. The ball kissed the outside edge and flew straight to Aiden Markram at first slip, who completed a clean catch — adding another sharp take to his already brilliant day in the field. Sundar’s valuable knock of 48 from 92 balls came to an end, deflating India’s resistance.
Harmer’s celebration reflected the importance of the wicket, especially with the second new ball approaching. The off-spinner has posed consistent challenges to Sundar, dismissing him twice in this series while conceding only 22 runs off 68 balls to him.
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However, it was Gambhir’s reaction — frozen in disbelief — that summed up India’s situation. With yet another recognised batter falling at a crucial stage, India’s hopes of narrowing the deficit took a major blow.
