South Africa bowlers with best Test figures in India
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In a record-breaking feat, South Africa claimed their first Test win in India in 15 years. They beat the home side after defending 123 on a spin-friendly track that deteriorated quickly. Indian batters succumbed to spinner Simon Harmer, who took four wickets in both innings. According to ESPNcricinfo, Harmer now has the second-best bowling figures for South Africa in India (Tests).
#1
Dale Steyn: 10/108 vs India, 2010, Nagpur
South Africa claimed a famous Test win against India in 2010 in Nagpur. The Proteas side that had legends Graeme Smith, Hashim Amla, Jacques Kallis, and AB de Villiers racked up 558/6d in the first innings. India were later bowled out for 233 and 319. Dale Steyn, another legend, took a 10-fer (10/108), including a record seven wickets in the first innings.
#2
Simon Harmer: 8/51 vs India, 2025, Kolkata
As mentioned, Harmer is the latest entrant on this list. His performance not only brought his team back into the game but also helped South Africa win their first Test match in India after 15 years. Harmer took twin four-wicket hauls (4/30 and 4/21) in the match as India failed to accomplish the 124-run target. Playing his 13th Test, Harmer raced to 60 wickets.
#3
Paul Adams and Lance Klusner: 8/139
The third spot in this club is jointly occupied by Paul Adams and Lance Klusner. Adams, who had an element of surprise with his quirky action, took 8/139 against India in the 1996 Kanpur Test. However, the hosts won that match. Klusner also had identical figures in the 1996 Eden Gardens Test as South Africa won by 329 runs.