The new record set by the South African batsman who took the wickets of the Indian players in successive balls

South Africa’s Olivier holds the record for most Test wickets taken in 50 balls.

The second Test between South Africa and India is underway.

India were all out for 202 in the first innings. Olivier took 3 wickets for South Africa. Pujara and Rahane were out, mainly in Olivier’s successive balls.

Olivier then took 50 wickets in the 11th Test. Olivier became only the second player to take 50 wickets in fewer balls.

Twain Olivier, 29, took 50 wickets off 1486 balls.

Top 3 players who have taken 50 wickets in fewer balls

1240 – Blander

1486 – Olivier

1512 – Johnny Briggs

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