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In what was a humiliating show, India were bowled out for 140 in chase of 549 with only Ravindra Jadeja hitting a half-century.
Simon Harmer took a six-wicket haul in the second innings. (AP Photo)
In just over 12 months, India have been humbled at home. Their sparkling record at home has suffered another dent as South Africa proved why they are the reigning world champions after securing a record-breaking 408-run win over India on the fifth day of the second Test in Guwahati. In doing so, they also completed a 2-0 clean sweep of the series, having won the Kolkata Test inside three days.
Chasing 549, India resumed on their overnight score of 27/2 and soon Simon Harmer resumed the demolition job when he outfoxed nightwatchman Kuldeep Yadav with a straight delivery to have him bowled on 5. That triggered a collapse from which there was no looking back for the tourists as Harmer finished with excellent bowling figures of 6/37, with India skittling for 140 in 63.5 overs.
The mammoth target of 549 was never in the equation, but the manner in which India surrendered will rankle for some time to come. The Barsapara track was one of the best Indian tracks provided in recent times where batters with proper technique and application were able to score, as the pacers who knew their lengths excelled and spinners with guile ruled the roost.
South Africa outclassed India across departments as they became the first visiting team to complete multiple Test series whitewashes in India.
Feroz Khan has been covering sports for over 12 years now and is currently working with Network18 as Principal Correspondent. He embarked on his journey in 2011 and has since acquired vast experience in digital…Read More
Feroz Khan has been covering sports for over 12 years now and is currently working with Network18 as Principal Correspondent. He embarked on his journey in 2011 and has since acquired vast experience in digital… Read More
November 26, 2025, 12:47 IST
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