South Africa Secures Historic Test Victory in India After 15 Years Amid Shubman Gill’s Hospitalization for Neck Spasms
South Africa achieved a landmark victory in Test cricket by defeating India for the first time in 15 years. The thrilling match took place at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. Off-spinner Simon Harmer was instrumental in this historic win, claiming vital wickets that led to India’s downfall.
Match Overview
The match ended with India all out for 93 runs, granting South Africa a 30-run victory. This win marks a significant milestone for South Africa, as they had not tasted success in eight previous Tests in India since 2010. The victory came after a tense battle where India was chasing a modest target of 124 runs.
Key Players and Performances
- Simon Harmer: Harmer took crucial wickets, finishing with figures of 4 for 21 in the second innings. His performance was pivotal in South Africa’s success.
- Temba Bavuma: The South African captain scored a resilient 55 not out, which was the only half-century of the match.
- Axar Patel: His brief but aggressive innings of 26 runs off 17 balls gave India a glimmer of hope but ultimately fell short.
Injury Impact
India’s captain Shubman Gill was hospitalized due to neck spasms and was unable to bat in the second innings. He had retired hurt just three balls into his innings during the second day, impacting the team’s performance significantly.
Match Summary
| Team | 1st Innings | 2nd Innings |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | 159 | 153 all out |
| India | 189 | 93 all out |
Upcoming Matches
This thrilling encounter is part of a two-Test series, with the next match scheduled to take place in Guwahati from November 22 to 26. Following the Test series, a three-match one-day international series and five T20 internationals will follow.
With this victory, South Africa is now poised to seek their first Test series win in India since a 2-0 result in 2000. The Proteas hope to capitalize on their momentum in the upcoming games.
