### Jasprit Bumrah's Bowling Brilliance Dominates Day One of the Kolkata Test Against South Africa On November 14, 2025, Jasprit Bumrah delivered a stunning performance, claiming a five-wicket haul that led India to bowl out South Africa for just 159 runs on the opening day of the first Test at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. This match marks a significant moment in Bumrah's career, as it is his 16th five-wicket haul in Test cricket. The Indian team, after a shaky start, ended the day at 37 for 1, trailing by 122 runs. Bumrah's exceptional bowling was complemented by contributions from Mohammed Siraj, Kuldeep Yadav, and Axar Patel, who collectively dismantled the South African batting lineup [https://telanganatoday.com/jasprit-bumrahs-five-wicket-haul-sinks-south-africa-in-kolkata-test, https://apnews.com/article/cricket-south-africa-india-test-a7db818500c76677419dc26a6dfacf1b]. ### Breakdown of the Match Events and Key Performances 1. **Day One Overview**: - South Africa opted to bat first but struggled against India's bowling attack, particularly Bumrah, who took 5 wickets for 27 runs. - The Proteas were bowled out in just 55 overs, with Aiden Markram top-scoring with 31 runs [https://www.channelnewsasia.com/sport/south-africa-159-all-out-against-india-in-first-test-5467761]. 2. **Bumrah's Impact**: - Bumrah's early strikes included dismissing both openers, Rickelton and Markram, which set the tone for the innings. - His performance was pivotal in triggering a collapse, as South Africa went from a promising start of 57 without loss to being all out for 159 [https://www.rediff.com/cricket/report/pix-south-africa-implode-after-steady-start-on-day-1-eden-gardens/20251114.htm]. 3. **Support from Teammates**: - Mohammed Siraj and Kuldeep Yadav each took two wickets, while Axar Patel contributed with a crucial wicket, showcasing India's depth in bowling [https://www.thehawk.in/news/sports/1st-test-jadeja-takes-four-as-south-africa-slump-to-937-lead-india-by-63-runs-ld]. 4. **India's Response**: - In reply, India ended the day at 37 for 1, with Lokesh Rahul and Washington Sundar at the crease, setting a solid foundation for the next day [https://www.india.com/sports/india-vs-south-africa-2025-live-score-1st-test-cricket-14-november-ind-vs-sa-squad-key-players-shubman-gill-temba-bavuma-eden-gardens-pitch-report-kolkata-weather-8183050]. ### Statistical Highlights and Performance Metrics - **Bowling Figures**: - Jasprit Bumrah: 5 wickets for 27 runs in 10 overs. - Mohammed Siraj: 2 wickets for 40 runs. - Kuldeep Yadav: 2 wickets for 40 runs. - **Batting Performance**: - South Africa's highest scorer: Aiden Markram (31 runs). - India ended Day 1 at 37 for 1, with Rahul (13 not out) and Sundar (6 not out) at the crease [https://www.hindu.com/sport/cricket/india-vs-south-africa-first-test-in-kolkata-day-2/article70283182.ece]. ### Conclusion: A Commanding Start for India **India's commanding performance on Day One of the first Test against South Africa sets a strong precedent for the remainder of the match.** Bumrah's exceptional bowling not only dismantled the South African batting order but also provided India with a significant advantage. As the match progresses, India's focus will be on building a substantial lead and capitalizing on their strong bowling attack. The combination of Bumrah's brilliance and the support from his teammates has positioned India favorably as they aim for victory in this Test series [https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/sports-games/3698154-bumrah-leads-indias-charge-with-five-wicket-haul-on-day-1-against-south-africa].