A batting-dominated wicket

Over the years, Eden Gardens has been known as a high-scoring venue. Generally, it is a batting-friendly wicket, but it will also offer a bit of help to the pacers in the initial stage of the match. As the game proceeds, the ball tweakers can also come into play as the wicket will likely favour spin

Jaiswal's 'Big Show'

After receiving a good amount of break, Team India's most consistent batsman, Yashasvi Jaiswal, will be eager to garner runs. The highly-rated Test batsman will be eyeing to put on a big show as he gears up to take on the South Africa challenge

Dewald Brevis' Test success

Dewald Brevis is seen as the future of South African cricket. Although he has tasted a decent amount of success in white-ball cricket, the right-hander is yet to make headlines in red-ball cricket. So far, the 22-year-old cricketer has played just four Test matches and will be eyeing successful outings in the India series

Kuldeep's spin magic

Team India's wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav will be eager to deliver performances in Test cricket. The series against the Proteas will serve as a huge opportunity for the ball tweaker to cement his place permanently in India's Test mix

Pantastic comeback!

As Rishabh Pant is set to mark his first appearance in international cricket since the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy, the left-hander will look to make it a big one for the hosts. Considering his swashbuckling approach, Team India's think tank will expect Pant to deliver big knocks