Kolkata, Nov. 16 -- Former cricketers expressed sharp criticism and concern after India's humiliating 30-run defeat to South Africa at Eden Gardens, where the hosts failed to chase down a target of 124. The loss has triggered questions about team selection, planning, and India's diminishing ability to turn tracks.

Former India pacer Venkatesh Prasad did not hold back, calling the defeat a reflection of deeper issues in India's Test approach.

"While we have been excellent in white-ball cricket, we can't call ourselves a top Test side with such planning. Selections without clarity and over-tactical thinking are backfiring. Poor results over a year in Tests barring a drawn series in England," Prasad said on X.

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