
Day 1 of the India vs South Africa 2nd Test promised control, but one dramatic moment flipped the rhythm of the match. With Shubman Gill ruled out, Rishabh Pant stepped in as captain — and the tone changed instantly. South Africa began with patience and discipline before momentum suddenly swung in India’s favour. What happened before and after tea shifted the entire direction of Day 1 — and left the match finely poised heading into Day 2.