India's defeat by innings and 242 runs is the worst defeat for a team ranked No 1 (since rankings were introduced). Australia suffered only one loss by innings margin in 72 Tests they played as No 1 team.
India have lost 3 by innings margin in only 21 Tests after becoming No 1.
The following table lists the worst defeats for ranked teams:
|
Margin |
For |
Vs |
Venue |
Season |
|
Inns & 242 runs |
India |
England |
Birmingham |
2011 |
|
Inns & 25 runs |
India |
South Africa |
Centurion |
2010-11 |
|
Inns & 20 runs |
Australia |
South Africa |
Cape Town |
2008-09 |
|
Inns & 6 runs |
India |
South Africa |
Nagpur |
2009-10 |
|
320 runs |
Australia |
India |
Mohali |
2008-09 |
|
319 runs |
India |
England |
Nottingham |
2011 |
Note: South Africa did not play any Test in the period they remained # 1 team in ICC Test rankings!
Compiled by Rajneesh Gupta