The first Test of the India (IND) vs South Africa (SA) is set to begin on November 14, 2025 at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. Both cricket team fans are excited as look stronger, as India have the advantage of their home ground, but South Africa will also look stronger in this tour series. However, conditions, pitch and weather play a major role. Here is your complete IND vs SA 1st Test Match Prediction. Who will win the today’s test match between IND vs SA?
Kolkata Weather Forecast (Day 1-5)
Day 1 ( Nov 14)
- Hazy sunshine
- 28°C daytime, 18°C night
- Very unhealthy air quality
- No rain expected
Second- Day
- Hazy & dry
- 28°C daytime, 19°C night
- Visibility slightly affected
- No rain chances
Day- Third
- Sunny, clear
- 29°C daytime
- Dry heat increases ball wear
- Perfect for long spells
Fourth Day
- Sunny throughout
- High 29–30°C
- Pitch begins to dry
- More turn expected
Day-5 (Nov 18)
- Bright sunshine
- High around 30°C
- Ideal for spin domination
No chance of rain is possible for 5 day’s test match.
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Pitch Report: Eden Garden
Eden garden Pitch is known for balance early and turning conditions later. On Day 1 looks good for pacers with new ball, batting gets easier after the 15-20 overs. Day 2 is best day for batting and ball still coming nicely on bat, slightly spinners gets grip. By Day 3, the pitch begins to slow down, reverse swing comes into play, middle orders face tough sessions. On Day 4, rough patches develop, and spinners start to dominate. By the final day, expect sharp turn and low bounce, with bowlers taking full control of the game.
India vs South Africa 1st Test probable playing XI
| India (IND) | South Africa (SA) |
|---|---|
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | Aiden Markram |
| Shubman Gill (c) | Temba Bavuma (c) |
| KL Rahul | Tony de Zorzi |
| Sai Sudharsan | Ryan Rickelton |
| Rishabh Pant (wk) | Heinrich Klaasen (wk) |
| Ravindra Jadeja | Dewald Brevis |
| Washington Sundar | Marco Jansen |
| Axar Patel | Keshav Maharaj |
| Kuldeep Yadav | Simon Harmer |
| Jasprit Bumrah | Kagiso Rabada |
| Mohammed Siraj | Wiaan Mulder |
Expert Cricket Betting Tips for IND vs SA 1st test match
- First Innings Total Market: If India bats first: Over 280.5 runs @ 1.80x (Value 78%) and If South Africa bats first: Over 260.5 runs @ 1.85x (Value 70%)
- Back Top-Order Batters on Day 2
- Watch for Spin Dominance from Day 4 Onwards
- Toss Prediction: Team winning the toss should bat first.
- Top Batter: Shubman Gill
- Top Bowler: Mohammed Siraj
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Disclaimer: This prediction is given by author expert Insights, analysis, and personal insights. Please take this as a reference point and combine it with your own research, insights, and analysis before placing any bets or drawing conclusions.