Suresh Raina picks this player to be the Ex factor of Team India against South Africa

After beating West Indies in the 2 match test series in October, the Indian men’s cricket team is gearing up to face World Test Championship (WTC) 2025 winners South Africa in a much-anticipated two-match Test series, the third of India’s WTC 2025–27 cycle. The matches will be played at Eden Gardens, Kolkata (November 14–18) and Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati (November 22–26). With both sides eyeing crucial WTC points, excitement is already building.

Raina’s Big Prediction: Pant and Bumrah to Shine

Former India batter Suresh Raina has shared his predictions ahead of the series, naming Rishabh Pant as India’s biggest X-factor. Pant, who returns after missing the West Indies series due to a foot injury sustained during the India–England Test in July, is expected to play a key role.

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