The script has been changed again. The Indian management asked for batting-friendly tracks against the West Indies. Despite the move working well against South Africa in Kolkata, the demand was changed to a spin-friendly surface. That move backfired, and the request has seemingly been changed again.
Yesterday, it was reported that a red soil surface will be used in Guwahati, with India asking for pace and bounce. Ashish Bhowmick, who’s the head curator at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium and also serves as the head curator of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), has been informed about the request.
First glimpse of the Guwahati pitch
With less than 48 hours left before the India vs South Africa 2nd Test begins, the first glimpse of the Guwahati pitch is here. At the moment, the middle part of the surface has a tinge of green. Given red soil surfaces are known for pace and bounce, this image suggests that’s exactly what’ll happen.
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