18 August 2024

South Africa defeat West Indies to maintain 25-year Test series grip

By Redoy K

South Africa defeated West Indies by 40 runs in the second Test, winning the series. Chasing 263, West Indies were bowled out for 222. Keshav Maharaj took 3 wickets, becoming South Africa’s most successful Test spinner. Jayden Seales claimed 6-61 for West Indies. Gudakesh Motie top-scored with 45 for the hosts. Wiaan Mulder was named man of the match, while Maharaj was man of the series. This extends South Africa’s unbeaten Test series run against West Indies since 1998/99. AFP