IND versus SA [WATCH]: Ravindra Jadeja delivers a peach to get rid of Aiden Markram on day 4 of the Guwahati Test

India vs South Africa 2nd Test in Guwahati saw an exciting match as Ravindra Jadeja delivered a stunning bowling performance on day 4 to break South Africa’s stronghold. The match, which started at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati on November 22, 2025, was marked by intense moments as the Proteas built a commanding lead but Jadeja’s brilliance gave India a crucial breakthrough. The Indian spinner bowled an absolute jaffa to dismiss South Africa opener Aiden Markramrattling the stumps and giving the home side momentum on a challenging pitch.

Ravindra Jadeja’s magical delivery dismantles Aiden Markram’s stumps on day 4

On the 28.1 over of the innings, Jadeja bowled a spectacular delivery to Markram that will be remembered as a classic moment of the Guwahati Test. Jadeja’s ball shot slightly wide off the crease and caught sharply on a length aimed at middle and leg stump. The ball spun past Markram’s forward defensive stroke and uprooted the stump at a speed of 92.4 km per hour, sending the South African opener back to the pavilion having scored 29 runs off 84 balls with 3 boundaries. This wicket was not only crucial in breaking the partnership, but also came at a time when both openers were looking solid, with Ryan Rickelton already back after falling to Jadeja earlier.

With this wicket, both South African openers were dismissed, leaving the visitors at 74/2 and India breathing a little easier despite the huge deficit. Jadeja’s bowling figures at the time were impressive with 7.1 overs bowled, 13 runs conceded and 2 wickets in his spell, demonstrating his crucial role in India’s bowling attack on a tough batting surface.

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Two quick wickets and the momentum is swinging early on day 4! 🔥💙
Both South African openers depart as Jadeja turns up the heat and reignites India’s attack.#INDvSA 2nd Test Day 4 NOW LIVE 👉 https://t.co/X0C19TxLAq pic.twitter.com/arL76ivLaG

— Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) November 25, 2025

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South Africa consolidates lead despite early losses to India in Guwahati Test

Despite Jadeja’s breakthrough, South Africa continued to maintain its dominance India in this second innings. After posting a huge total of 489 runs in the first innings, the Proteas resumed their second innings with the confidence of a 288-run lead. With South Africa’s batters showing resilience and composure, Markram and Ryan Rickelton started well and added a steady 59 runs for the first wicket. Even after the fall of the openers, the middle order largely held their own, ensuring continued build-up of their lead against India.

At tea on day 4, South Africa were 107/3 Tristan Stubbs And Tony de Zorzi at the crease, up 395 runs, effectively putting India under heavy pressure. The run rate was up slightly to 2.67, giving the Proteas a solid platform to take a leading position in the Test. For India, the sustained efforts of Jadeja and other bowlers offered some hope, but the visitors’ steady accumulation in the second innings kept their ambitions for series victory alive.

As Day 4 progressed, South Africa’s cautious but productive batting continued to build a huge lead, putting India on the back foot. India will need exceptional bowling performances and improved batting in the remaining sessions to remain competitive in this crucial test of the series.

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