Lowest total in the test

Here are the details of the top 10 lowest totals in Test cricket:


New Zealand - 26 vs. England (Auckland, 1955):

This is the lowest total in Test cricket history. New Zealand were bowled out for just 26 runs in their first innings. England's Bob Appleyard took 4 wickets for 7 runs in an outstanding bowling performance.


South Africa - 30 vs. England (Port Elizabeth, 1896):

South Africa's 30 all-out is the second-lowest total. In a low-scoring match, England's Johnny Briggs took 6 wickets for 17 runs, helping England secure an easy victory.


South Africa - 30 vs. England (Birmingham, 1924):

In a match dominated by England, South Africa were dismissed for 30 runs in their first innings. England's Maurice Tate took 7 wickets for 39 runs, leading his team to a comfortable win.


South Africa - 35 vs. England (Cape Town, 1899):

Another low-scoring encounter between South Africa and England resulted in South Africa collapsing for just 35 runs. George Lohmann starred with the ball, taking 8 wickets for 7 runs for England.


South Africa - 36 vs. Australia (Melbourne, 1932):

South Africa's batting struggles continued against Australia when they were bowled out for 36 runs. The legendary Australian leg-spinner Bill O'Reilly claimed figures of 5 wickets for just 14 runs.


Australia - 36 vs. England (Birmingham, 1902):

Australia considered one of the greatest cricketing nations, faced a humiliating defeat as they were dismissed for 36 runs. England's George Hirst and Wilfred Rhodes wreaked havoc, taking 8 and 7 wickets respectively.


New Zealand - 42 vs. Australia (Wellington, 1946):

New Zealand's lowest Test total came against Australia when they managed only 42 runs. Australia's leg-spinner Bill O'Reilly was once again the tormentor, picking up 5 wickets for 14 runs.


India - 42 vs. England (Lord's, 1974):

India's batsmen struggled against the swing and seam of England's bowling attack, collapsing for just 42 runs. England's Geoff Arnold and Chris Old each took 5 wickets, setting up an innings victory.


England - 45 vs. Australia (Sydney, 1887):

In a low-scoring match, England were bundled out for 45 runs in their second innings. Australia's Charles Turner starred with the ball, taking 6 wickets for 15 runs.


South Africa - 47 vs. England (Cape Town, 1889):

South Africa's second appearance on the list came when they were dismissed for 47 runs by England. England's Johnny Briggs was the chief destroyer, claiming 7 wickets for 17 runs.


These lowest totals serve as reminders of the challenges faced by batting line-ups in difficult conditions or against exceptional bowling performances.