"Spinners usually decide outcome in India": Shubman Gill ahead of Kolkata Test against South Africa
Nov 13, 2025
"I think the wicket is more or less finalised, but when we arrived yesterday, it looked a bit different. Today, it seems slightly changed again. So, once we come tomorrow and see how the surface looks, we'll decide accordingly. In this part of India, the light tends to fade a little early, so that's something we have to keep in mind. Generally, fast bowlers get a bit of help in the morning and evening sessions. Overall, whenever we play in India, the spinners usually decide the outcome of the game. The better the quality of your spin attack, the higher your chances of winning," Gill said in the pre-match press conference.