A daunting 549-run target looms for India as South Africa declared their second innings at 260/5 on the penultimate day of the Test match. India stumbled to 27/2 by the close of play, with their openers failing to build a substantial partnership. Marco Jansen ignited South Africa’s bowling attack by dismissing Yashasvi Jaiswal early. Simon Harmer then claimed the crucial wicket of KL Rahul, leaving India reeling. Nightwatchman Kuldeep Yadav and B Sai Sudharsan managed to see out the remaining overs, but the hosts face an uphill battle. South Africa’s innings was anchored by a stellar 94 from Tristan Stubbs and a solid 49 from Tony de Zorzi. Despite some success from India’s spinners, the Proteas batted with confidence, ultimately dictating the terms of the match and leaving India with a mountain to climb.
