Updated On: 27 November, 2025 09:38 AM IST | New Delhi | PTI
The 408-run loss in the second Test in Guwahati on Wednesday marked India’s heaviest defeat in terms of runs in the five-day format

South Africa`s and India`s players shake hands in the end of the fifth day of the second Test cricket match between India and South Africa at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati. Pic/AFP
India’s chances of reaching the World Test Championship finals (WTC) took a major hit as they slipped to the fifth spot in the standings following their embarrassing 0-2 series whitewash to South Africa at home.
The 408-run loss in the second Test in Guwahati on Wednesday marked India’s heaviest defeat in terms of runs in the five-day format.