India and South Africa Head to Head in Tests

India and South Africa lock horns in the thrilling world of Test cricket. Their history is filled with amazing plays, emotional moments, and a never-give-up attitude.

Let’s explore their head-to-head record, unforgettable series, and see who’s on top lately. India and South Africa have a long and storied history in Test cricket, dating back to 1992. The two sides have met on 42 occasions, with South Africa holding a slight edge in terms of wins (17 vs 15).

Records for India vs South Africa in Test matches:

Matches Played India Wins South Africa WinsDraws
42151710

Most Runs in IND Vs SA Test matches

PlayerRunsMatchesBatting Average
Sachin Tendulkar 17412542.46
Jacques Kallis 17341869.36
Hashim Amla 15282143.65
AB de Villers 13342039.23

Most Wickets in IND Vs SA Test matches

PlayerWicketsMatchesBest Bowling
Anil Kumble (1992-2008) 84216/53
DW Steyn (2006-2018)65147/51
Javagal Srinath (1992-2001)64136/21
Harbhajan Singh (2001-2011) 60117/87

Highest individual score:

  • 319 – Virender Sehwag (India) at Chennai, 26 Mar 2008
  • 254* – Virat Kohli (India) at Pune, 10 OCt 2019.
  • 253* – Hashim Amla (South Africa) at Nagpur, 06 Feb 2010
  • 217* – AB de Villiers (South Africa) at Ahmedabad, 03 Apr 2008

Most successful partnerships:

  • 340 – JH Kallis, HM Amla (South Africa) at Nagpur, 06 Feb 2010.
  • 317 – RG Sharma, MA Agarwal (India) at Visakhapatnam, 02 Oct 2019
  • 268 – V Sehwag, R Dravid (India) at Chennai, 26 Mar 2008
  • 267 – RG Sharma, AM Rahane (India) at Ranchi, 19 Oct 2019
India vs South Africa – Freedom Series

Last 5 Test series results:

  • 2021-22: South Africa won 2-1 (Freedom Trophy (India in South Africa)
  • 2019-20: India won 3-0 (Freedom Trophy (South Africa in India))
  • 2017-18: South Africa won 2-1 (Freedom Trophy (India in South Africa)
  • 2015-16: India won 3-0 (Freedom Trophy (South Africa in India)
  • 2013-14: South Africa won 1-0 (India in South Africa Test Series)

Overall, the India vs South Africa rivalry is among the most exciting and evenly contested in Test cricket. Both sides have a rich history and tradition, and their matches are always fiercely competitive.

Interesting facts about the India and South Africa Africa rivalry:

  • The highest score in a Test match between India and South Africa is 643/6, India won by an innings and 57 runs at Eden Gardens in 2010.
  • The lowest score in a Test match between India and South Africa is 66 by South Africa at Durban in 1996, South Africa won by 328 runs.
  • The fastest century in a Test match between India and South Africa is 77 balls by Mohammed Azharudin on Eden Gardens 1996

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