Only three Tests played in England have been decided in fewer deliveries than the third Test. ©AFP
The last time England beat South Africa at home as resoundingly as they did at the Oval on Monday, the headlines were also flooded with news of the real world. Now, they abound with details of Charles III succeeding Elizabeth II. Then, they were about the sinking of the Titanic four months previously.
Yes, it was that long ago: August 1912, when England won by 10 wickets in two days. It was also at the Oval and the match lasted for 815 deliveries, or 94 balls fewer than the game in which England raced to
