India Loses Final Six Wickets for 0 Runs
India's opening day of the Second Test against South Africa in Cape Town was nothing short of bonkers. After bowling out South Africa for just 55 runs, India suffered a devastating collapse, losing their final six wickets without scoring a single run. This marks the first time in Test history that a team has experienced such a collapse.
Lungi Ngidi's Three Wickets Kickstart Indian Collapse
Lungi Ngidi was the star of the show, taking three wickets in the 34th over to kickstart India's collapse. In just 11 balls, India went from a promising 153-4 to being all out for 153. Six Indian batters fell for a duck, with Virat Kohli top-scoring with 46 before being caught at second slip by Kagiso Rabada.
South Africa Bats Again as India's Collapse Sets Unwanted World Record
Following India's collapse, South Africa was given the opportunity to bat for a second time at Newlands Cricket Ground. The opening day of the Second Test saw both teams last just 349 balls or 58.1 overs, making it the second-fewest in Test history. Fans took to social media to express their disbelief, with one calling it "village cricket" and another simply stating, "Test cricket…"
South Africa Trails India by 36 Runs at Stumps
Despite India's collapse, South Africa was unable to take full advantage. They ended the day at 62-3, trailing India by 36 runs. The hosts had previously won the First Test of the two-match series by an innings and 32 runs.
