India Clinches Series Win Against South Africa in Thrilling Test Match

India, 20 December 2025 — The Indian cricket team secured a series victory against South Africa with a decisive win in the second Test match held in Johannesburg. After a closely contested game, India emerged victorious by 123 runs on the fourth day of the match. The Indian bowlers played a crucial role, with Ravindra Jadeja taking a five-wicket haul in the second innings, dismantling the South African batting line-up. India's captain, Rohit Sharma, expressed satisfaction with the team's performance, emphasizing the importance of this win in strengthening their position in the ICC World Test Championship standings. The series win is significant as it marks India's first Test series triumph on South African soil since 2018. The final match of the series, which is set to be a dead rubber, will commence on 25 December 2025 in Cape Town.