South Africa etched their name into the record books on Wednesday, completing a 2–0 whitewash over India and securing their first Test series win on Indian soil in 25 years. The last time they achieved this feat was back in 2000, under the leadership of Hansie Cronje. Now, in 2025, Temba Bavuma becomes only the second South African captain to do so.
A landmark moment at 12:39 IST
At 12:39 local time, South Africa wrapped up India’s innings, sealing a historic moment that ended a quarter-century wait. Bavuma also maintained his unbeaten record as South Africa’s Test captain, further solidifying his stature as one of their most effective modern leaders.
Dominance from start to finish
The tone of the series was set early, and India were never really in control—especially after the defining partnership on Day 2 of the second Test. Senuran Muthusamy and Marco Jansen’s gritty stand shifted the momentum entirely, breaking India’s back and placing South Africa firmly on top.
From that point on, the visitors dictated the pace of the game. Their bowlers, led by Simon Harmer and Keshav Maharaj, dismantled India across two innings, while the batting group consistently built pressure with crucial contributions.
India outplayed across both Tests
India’s narrow phases of resistance, including Ravindra Jadeja’s lone fight on the final day, couldn’t prevent another collapse. With the loss in Guwahati, the hosts surrendered the series 0–2, marking a rare home whitewash and ending hopes of a comeback after the Kolkata defeat.
A series to remember for South Africa
This victory not only ends a 25-year drought but also stands as one of South Africa’s most dominant away Test performances in recent memory. Bavuma’s leadership, the bowlers’ discipline, and crucial lower-order partnerships defined a tour where everything clicked at the right time.
South Africa’s triumph will go down as a defining moment in their modern Test history—an achievement not seen since the turn of the millennium.
