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Proteas players celebrate after getting a wicket.
South Africa have bowled themselves back into the contest on day two of the first cricket test against India in Kolkata.
India, who resumed their first innings on 37 for one in reply to the Proteas‘ first innings total of 159 all out, were bowled out for 189 midway through the post-lunch session, a lead of just 30 runs.
Off-spinner Simon Harmer and left-arm fast bowler Marco Jansen shared seven wickets between them.
Harmer took four for 30 in 15 overs and two deliveries.
Indian captain Shubman Gill retired hurt after facing just three deliveries and did not return to complete his innings.
Tea, Day 2! ☕️
A composed start from #TheProteas Men in their second innings, reaching 18/1 after 6.4 overs. 🇿🇦
Still trailing by 12, with the focus on building a strong platform. 🏏 pic.twitter.com/AvluAlDl2x
— Proteas Men (@ProteasMenCSA) November 15, 2025
