India faces an uphill battle in the Guwahati Test after conceding a substantial 314-run first-innings deficit to South Africa. All-rounder Washington Sundar, who was a lone warrior with 48 runs at number eight, spoke about the team’s mindset following the batting collapse on day three. “Got to stay positive in life. You never know what will happen,” Sundar remarked when questioned about India’s prospects. He defended the aggressive approach taken by Rishabh Pant and Dhruv Jurel, stating that while their shots didn’t yield the desired results this time, they could have easily succeeded. “On another day, both those shots would have gone into the stands,” he explained. Sundar highlighted that the team trusts the players’ plans and abilities, even when execution falters. He also revealed that there were no predetermined scoring targets or run-rate strategies for the innings. The focus was on playing a solid Test innings, with plans for the following days contingent on preserving wickets. Sundar reiterated his commitment to batting at any position for the team’s benefit, underscoring the strategic depth of the sport.
