India, Nov. 15 -- India's first Test against South Africa at Eden Gardens has sparked a storm of criticism, with former India spinner Harbhajan Singh declaring the contest a "mockery of Test cricket" as the match hurtles toward a finish in barely two and a half days. With 15 wickets tumbling on Day 2-after 11 fell on the opening day-the low-scoring contest has raised uncomfortable questions about pitch preparation and the quality of cricket on offer.

Taking to X, Harbhajan did not mince his words.

"Test cricket india vs South Africa the game almost over on 2nd day isn't finished yet . What a mockery of test cricket #RIPTESTCRICKET," he wrote, effectively penning an obituary for the format amid the chaotic scenes in Kolkata.

He was not ...