South Africa delivered a historic performance in Guwahati, securing a commanding 408-run victory over India in the second Test. This triumph marked their first series win in India since 2000 and completed a 2-0 series sweep. The Proteas, led by captain Temba Bavuma, have now won 11 of their last 12 Tests, solidifying their status as a dominant force in Test cricket. The victory also propelled them to second place in the World Test Championship standings, while India dropped to fifth. South Africa’s spinners, particularly Simon Harmer, who claimed six wickets, played a pivotal role in dismantling India’s batting lineup. Ravindra Jadeja’s resilient 54 was the only notable resistance from the hosts. The defeat marks India’s second home series loss in two years, raising concerns about their Test cricket strategy under head coach Gautam Gambhir. Critics, including former players and commentators, have questioned India’s tactics and player readiness, with Venkatesh Prasad labeling their approach as ‘rank poor tactics.’ India’s next Test series is scheduled for August 2025 in Sri Lanka, followed by the T20 World Cup in February 2026, co-hosted with Sri Lanka.