IND vs SA 1st Test: What is India's record at Eden Gardens, Kolkata in Test cricket? – sportingnews.com

Saurav Goyal
As India gear up to face South Africa in the first Test of the series starting November 14, all eyes turn to Kolkata once again.
Temba Bavuma has never lost a Test as captain while Shubman Gill remains unbeaten in his two home Tests as India’s skipper. 
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Given the conditions at Eden Gardens, India might go with a attack featuring three spinners and two fast bowlers. Let us take a look at how India have performed at this famous venue over the decades.
Eden Gardens hosted its first-ever Test way back in 1934 but India had to wait until 1972 to taste victory at the ground. Since then, the venue has seen some of the most memorable moments in Indian cricket.
The numbers speak volumes about India’s dominance here, especially in recent times. Since losing to Pakistan in 1999, India have played 12 Tests at Eden Gardens and lost only once against England in 2012.
Here’s a quick look at India’s overall Test record at this historic venue:
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Over the last 25 years, Eden Gardens has turned into a fortress for Team India. They have eight wins in 12 Tests and one defeat since their 1999 loss to Pakistan.
With the upcoming Test against South Africa in 2025, India will walk into Eden Gardens with confidence and a strong record behind them.
With Bavuma’s unbeaten Test captaincy record and a hungry Proteas squad, this one promises to be another chapter worth remembering in the long story of Eden Gardens.
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Saurav Goyal is a content producer with over two years of experience in covering cricket. An avid cricket fan for more than two decades, his passion for the game led him to writing. Since then, he’s been delivering the latest news and engaging content to keep cricket fans informed and entertained.

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