IND vs SA: Eden Park Pitch Criticized After India’s Loss

India’s head coach Gautam Gambhir defended the pitch at Eden Gardens following the team’s 30-run loss to South Africa in the first Test, stating there were “no demons” in the surface, which he claimed was as requested. The match, which ended in two and a half days, saw only one half-century, highlighting the challenging conditions. Former players like Dale Steyn and Anil Kumble disagreed with Gambhir, emphasizing the pitch’s difficulty and questioning the appropriateness of such surfaces for Test cricket. As India prepares for the next Test, concerns about the impact of such pitches on player development and the game’s integrity remain prevalent.

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