South Africa Rewrite Their Indian Story. Image- BBC/ Getty Images.
Harmer’s Magic Spurs Proteas to Record-Breaking Triumph.
(The Post News)- Proteas crushed the hosts with an good 408-run victory in the second Test in Guwahati on Wednesday, ending a 25-year wait for a Test series win in India.
In addition to sealing the series, the decisive victory cost India the most runs in their Test history. It is a figure that will hurt for years to come. India chased an absurdly high score of 549, but they were never able to establish a presence. The seasoned off-spinner Simon Harmer’s unrelenting accuracy caused them to fold for 140 in the second session.
By taking six wickets in the last inning, the cunning campaigner transformed the game into a personal demonstration of brilliance. Every innovation he made seemed like a final blow to India’s waning struggle. This was more than just a win for South Africa; it was a declaration. From the first day of the series, the World Test Champions established their dominance and never wavered. They completed a dominant 2-0 sweep that demonstrated their passion for history.
The last time an Indian team led by Hansie Cronje achieved such a feat was 25 years ago. Temba Bavuma has now joined that rarefied organization. Bavuma has maintained his undefeated record as Test captain by remaining cool, collected, and tactically astute throughout. This was further cementing his expanding legacy in South African cricket.
Day two was when the contest really started to change. At 247/6, Proteas were on the verge of losing control, but Sen. Muthusamy and Marco Jansen had other ideas. Their outstanding teamwork helped the visitors regain control and raise the total to an impressive 489. It was determination that turned the tide in South Africa’s favor and drained the Indian attack of its vigor.
They batted with purpose, bowled with discipline, and fielded with heart. Each session served as further evidence that they had come to India to triumph rather than just compete.
Proteas departs India as winners and giants who reminded the cricketing world exactly why they hold the Test crown.
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