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.