2nd Test: India and South Africa reach Guwahati

Online Staff/GUWAHATI, Nov 19: The Indian and South African cricket teams arrived today ahead of the second Test of the series, which is set to begin on November 22. Both squads landed smoothly at the Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport this afternoon and were escorted to their hotels. Following India's loss in the series opener, the playing surface at the ACA Stadium has become a major talking point. Traditionally, the ground has offered a balanced contest between bat and ball in earlier limited-overs matches held at the same venue, and a similar pitch behaviour is anticipated for this inaugural Test.
Preparations at the stadium are nearing completion, ensuring a world-class environment for the historic fixture.
Crucially, the weather forecast for the coming week is favourable, promising sunny conditions for the duration of the match.