Who confirmed that the Indian team has not made any pitch requests?

Sourav Ganguly, the president of the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB), confirmed that the Indian team management has not requested a rank turner pitch.

What kind of pitch is the Eden Gardens curator promising for the upcoming Test?

The Eden Gardens curator, Sujan Mukherjee, has promised a "sporting wicket" that will offer assistance to both batters and bowlers, including help for the spinners from the third day onwards.

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Indian Team Stays Silent on Pitch Requests for Upcoming Eden Gardens Test

Q: What has the Indian team management not requested for the upcoming Eden Gardens Test?

The Indian team management has not requested a rank turner pitch for the upcoming Test match against South Africa at Eden Gardens.

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Summary

Indian team management has not requested a rank turner pitch
Eden Gardens curator promises a "sporting wicket" with help for both batters and bowlers
This Test marks Eden Gardens' return to Test cricket after 6 years

Indian Team Stays Silent on Pitch Requests for Upcoming Eden Gardens Test

As of November 11th, 2025, the Indian team management has not requested a rank turner pitch for the upcoming Test match against South Africa at Eden Gardens, according to Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) president Sourav Ganguly. The curator, Sujan Mukherjee, has indicated that the pitch will be a "sporting wicket" offering help to both batters and bowlers, including assistance for the spinners from the third day onwards.

Eden Gardens has hosted two Ranji Trophy matches this season with slower pitches that offered minimal help to fast bowlers. Even Bengal's pace attack struggled initially against Uttarakhand until Mohammed Shami's spell changed their fortunes. However, the curator expressed satisfaction with the pitch preparation, noting that India head coach Gautam Gambhir was pleased with the wicket during his inspection.