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Rohit Sharma Becomes Only 2nd Captain To Achieve 'This' Feat After MS Dhoni


image-lqz4voy6India won the Capetown Test by 7 wickets (AP News)

In a historic turn of events, Rohit Sharma has led the Indian cricket team to victory in the Cape Town Test, putting them in contention to avoid a Test series loss in South Africa. The win has positioned Sharma as only the second Indian captain to attain this remarkable feat, following in the footsteps of former skipper MS Dhoni.


The significance lies in the rarity of avoiding a Test series loss in South Africa, a challenging task that has eluded many cricketing nations. India has toured the Rainbow Nation for Test series nine times since 1992, with only one instance of managing to draw a red-ball series. The lone accomplishment was achieved under the captaincy of MS Dhoni during the 2010-11 tour until today.

India emerged triumphant in the Cape Town Test, securing a seven-wicket victory over South Africa and leveling the series at 1-1. This milestone win not only marked India's first-ever Test victory in Cape Town but also positioned them as the first Asian team to achieve this feat. 

The Test match, concluding in a mere 107 overs, etched its place in history as the shortest-ever Test match, adding an extra layer of significance to India's commanding performance. The resounding success reflects the team's resilience and skill under the leadership of Captain Rohit Sharma.

This accomplishment adds another feather to Rohit Sharma's cap, solidifying his stature as a captain capable of steering the team to success in challenging overseas conditions. The resilience displayed by the Indian team under Sharma's leadership led to this win against the  Proteas men.