• South Africa defeats India by 408 runs, marking India's heaviest Test defeat by runs.
• Spinner Simon Harmer takes six wickets in the final match to seal the series.
• This victory is South Africa's first Test series win in India since 2000.
• India has now lost five of their last seven home Tests.
• South Africa solidifies their position in the World Test Championship standings.

South Africa achieved a historic 2-0 series sweep against India, culminating in a remarkable 408-run victory in the second Test held in Guwahati. This defeat marks India's heaviest loss by runs in Test cricket history, surpassing their previous record of 342 runs against Australia in 2004. The series win also represents the first time South Africa has defeated India in a Test series on their home soil since 2000, according to BBC and Reuters.

In the decisive match, South Africa set a daunting target of 549 after declaring at 260-5 in their second innings. India's batting lineup struggled significantly, managing to score only 140 runs, with Ravindra Jadeja being the sole standout performer with 54 runs. Simon Harmer was instrumental for the visitors, taking six wickets for just 37 runs, leading to India’s capitulation on the final day of the match. This feat underscores South Africa's established dominance in the series, marking their first series victory in India in 25 years, as noted by Al Jazeera and Reuters.

The series showcased South Africa's cricketing prowess, solidifying their position as strong contenders in the World Test Championship standings. Temba Bavuma, the South African captain, highlighted the significance of this achievement, stating, "These are the type of things that we're working towards and dreaming of." India's defeat also raises questions about their performance, as they now sit fifth in the World Test Championship, a stark contrast to their previous 12-year home dominance, according to BBC and Reuters.