Team India achieved a historic milestone at Newlands Cricket Ground, securing their first-ever Test victory against South Africa in Cape Town. This win ended India’s win-less streak in Cape Town, where they had faced defeats and draws before. Previously, their best outcomes in the city were draws in 1993 and 2011. In the 2nd Test of the ongoing series, India beat South Africa by 7 wickets while chasing 79 runs in the 4th inning.
Since 1992, the team has struggled in Cape Town, losing three and drawing two Tests. Led by Rohit Sharma, India turned the tide, overcoming a shaky first-inning performance to claim a significant 7-wicket win and level the series.
Day 2 of the game witnessed Aiden Markram’s century for South Africa, but the spotlight belonged to Jasprit Bumrah’s exceptional six-wicket haul. Bumrah played a crucial role in dismantling South Africa for just 176 runs in the second inning. The target for India’s victory was a manageable 79 runs.
India wins the shortest test ever in the history of the game
Despite a challenging pitch that saw a record-breaking number of wickets fall on the first day, Indian batters skillfully navigated the South African bowling attack after bowling out SA for a record lowest score. The Indian bowling unit, led by Mohammed Siraj’s career-best figures and Bumrah’s consistent performance, posed a formidable challenge for South Africa. Struggling to build significant partnerships, South Africa faced a batting collapse, notably posting their lowest score since 1932 with a mere 55 runs in the first innings.
India capitalised on South Africa’s vulnerabilities with stellar performances from top-order batsmen Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. Their contributions laid a strong foundation for the historic triumph, showcasing resilience and skill on a challenging pitch. The victory marked a significant turning point for Team India in Cape Town, rewriting their history at Newlands Cricket Ground with a remarkable Test win against South Africa.
Here is how fans react when India beat South Africa:
India win the shortest test match ever
???https://t.co/Z8nauoBTo3— Suyash Bharadwaj (@Suyash75) January 4, 2024
Congratulation team India ???
— ??..Rai ji..?? (@Vinod_r108) January 4, 2024
India won the match with its best bowling ??
— Shivaye ? (@shivaye01) January 4, 2024
Congratulations team!
SA missed their lucky charm, lol pic.twitter.com/KHolYSqte8— Sarcastic_Host(CV) (@CrowdVerdict) January 4, 2024
Warra Come Back! Congrats!
— P (@ForeverBlue_07) January 4, 2024
Congratulations Team India for this special win and equalling series 1-1 . We won the match inside 5 sessions only. Special Thanks to Mohammed Siraj for tremendous spell in first inning. A special thanks to our bowling leader Jasprit Bumrah for stunning bowling in 2nd inning.…
— Satya Prakash (@Satya_Prakash08) January 4, 2024
Wow
Well played Team India— ??? ???? (@piracha_a) January 4, 2024
Muffa is so quick, just now India won and the next second he tweeted this
— CHADitya ? (@CHADitya_18) January 4, 2024
Congratulations to the team India & captain #RohitSharma.
Historic win.— Vinay Prabhakar (@akkivinaya) January 4, 2024
