Twitter goes gaga as India beat South Africa in 107 overs to register shortest test match in the history of cricket

India defeated South Africa by seven wickets in the second test match to level the series.

In a stunning display of resilience and skill, India team orchestrated a dramatic comeback in the second test match against South Africa at Newlands, Cape Town. The turnaround was nothing short of extraordinary, as India, after a disappointing performance in the first test, came back with a determination to level the series. Team’s exceptional bowling performance played a pivotal role in their victory, marking a significant shift from the struggles they faced just days before.

The first test saw India facing a daunting challenge as South Africa dominated and won the test match by an innings and 32 runs. However, the second test presented a different narrative as Indian bowlers showcased brilliance, turning the tables on the hosts. With South Africa setting a target of 79 runs in the second innings, India’s quest for levelling test series victory in South Africa was still very much alive.

India defeat South Africa by 7 wickets

The foundation of India’s revival in the second test was laid by their bowlers, with Mohammed Siraj leading the charge. In the first innings, Siraj’s exceptional bowling performance, claiming six wickets, left South Africa reeling at a mere 55 runs. Jasprit Bumrah and Mukesh Kumar provided crucial support, ensuring the hosts faced an uphill battle.

India’s response with the bat in the first innings was led by Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, who contributed 39 and 46 runs, respectively. Despite a few hiccups, including a collapse towards the end, India posted a total of 153 runs, gaining a crucial first-innings lead.

South Africa’s second innings saw a spectacular century from Aiden Markram, but India’s bowling maestro, Bumrah, struck back with six wickets, restricting the hosts to 176 runs. The relentless pressure applied by Indian bowlers ended South Africa’s innings at 176 with a lead of 78 runs.

In their pursuit of victory, India reached the target in 12 overs and ended with the score of 80/3. The complete match ended in just 107 overs, which is the shortest ever completed test match in the history of cricket.

Fans, ex-cricketers and experts congratulated the team on their performance.

Well done Team India for winning the 2nd test @BCCI #INDvsSA Test match over in 2 days @ICC what rating for the pitch ?? Poor ? Average ? Or what

— Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) January 4, 2024

Congrats to Team India on a phenomenal win! Your collective efforts shone today. Special shoutout to Bumrah and Siraj for their crucial bowling contributions. Truly a team to be proud of! #INDvsSA 🏏🇮🇳 @BCCI pic.twitter.com/1sRRTyuTzg

— Suresh Raina🇮🇳 (@ImRaina) January 4, 2024

Aap karo toh Chamatkar..Hum karein toh pitch bekaar.107 overs – Test Match over.Also proves , anything there for the fast bowlers, we are more threatening with our quality.Bumrah and Siraj were spectacular and a good beginning to 2024.

— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) January 4, 2024

A Test match like no other!!! Team India wraps up the match in just a day and a half with a well-deserved win. 👏🏾 Kudos to the incredible bowling efforts from @mdsirajofficial and @Jaspritbumrah93!💪🏾#SAvIND

— Robin Aiyuda Uthappa (@robbieuthappa) January 4, 2024

Well. That is that.#SAvsIND #CapetownTest

— Mpumelelo Mbangwa (@mmbangwa) January 4, 2024

India are gana come out swinging!

— Dale Steyn (@DaleSteyn62) January 4, 2024

India's first Test win in Cape Town comes in 1.5 days ⚡️Series ends 1-1 https://t.co/pLPYk8gO2A | #SAvIND pic.twitter.com/NWAqgQxEmU

— ESPNcricinfo (@ESPNcricinfo) January 4, 2024

D L L D L L W*India Registered 1st ever Test Win at Capetown#INDvsSA pic.twitter.com/R3WMx1Eu6K

— 𝑺𝒉𝒆𝒃𝒂𝒔 (@Shebas_10dulkar) January 4, 2024

Dravid was leader of the Indian team, when we won our first game in South Africa. He was a part of the squad in 2010, when we drew our first series. He was our coach, last year when we won a game. And in this draw, he's our coach. Dravid and Sa… #CricketTwitter #INDvsSA

— Spandan Roy (@talksports45) January 4, 2024

The shortest test match ever !! What a poor advert for test cricket !! #INDvsSA

— Karthik Seshadri கார்த்திக் (@advkarthiksesha) January 4, 2024

The greed of BCCI again leaves Test cricket fans high and dry. This series deserved a 3rd match but not to be.#INDvsSA

— K P 🗻 (@Leftist_killer) January 4, 2024

The greed of BCCI again leaves Test cricket fans high and dry. This series deserved a 3rd match but not to be.#INDvsSA

— K P 🗻 (@Leftist_killer) January 4, 2024

No questions would be asked even if test match ended nearly in 1.5 days#INDvsSA

— RAJ S AGRAWAL (@raj122_raj) January 4, 2024

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