New Delhi: South Africa completed a commanding 2-0 series victory after crushing India by 408 runs on the final day of the second Test in Guwahati. The result marked India’s largest defeat in terms of runs in Test cricket and made South Africa the first team to secure more than one Test series whitewash on Indian soil.
Chasing an improbable target of 549, India’s batting lineup crumbled under sustained pressure and were dismissed for 140. Ravindra Jadeja offered the only resistance with a fighting 54, but wickets continued to fall around him as the hosts failed to build any meaningful partnerships.
The visitors dominated the contest from the opening day, maintaining control with disciplined bowling and clinical batting. Their bowlers exploited the conditions expertly on the final morning, sealing the match and the series with a performance that highlighted their superiority throughout the tour.
For India, the defeat capped a disappointing campaign marked by inconsistent batting and missed opportunities. Despite glimpses of resistance in phases, the team failed to challenge South Africa’s momentum at crucial moments.
The emphatic win not only gave South Africa a memorable clean sweep but also underscored their growing strength in subcontinental conditions. With this triumph, they etched their name in the record books while India were left to reassess after the heaviest run-margin loss in their Test history.
