Can India Still Win the Guwahati Test on the Final Day?

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How India Can Still Win This Test

India need 522 runs on the final day with eight wickets in hand. A win is extremely difficult, but not completely impossible.

Sudharsan–Kuldeep Partnership Is Crucial

Sai Sudharsan and Kuldeep Yadav must survive the early pressure and build a steady partnership to keep India in the game.

Middle Order Still Has Firepower

Rishabh Pant, Dhruv Jurel and Ravindra Jadeja are yet to bat. One or two big innings from them is the only way India can stay alive.

Lower Middle Order Can Extend the Chase

Nitish Kumar Reddy and Washington Sundar can play long, calm innings. If they settle in, India can stretch the match deep.

Tailenders Must Hang In When Needed

Bumrah and Siraj may need to block crucial overs. Even short partnerships from the tail can frustrate South Africa.

Winning Is Tough, But Fight Is On

South Africa still need 8 wickets, and India have enough batters left. A result is unlikely, but a strong fight on Day 5 is possible.

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