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South Africa Seal WTC Title With Five-Wicket Win Over Australia at Lord’s

Aiden Markram’s century alongside Kagiso Rabada’s nine-wicket haul propelled the Proteas to their first ICC trophy in 27 years under Temba Bavuma’s pioneering leadership.

Aiden Markram enjoys a beer with a fan in the Lord's crowd, who he revealed to be a friend from school.
Temba Bavuma's celebration sent internet wild
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Overview

  • South Africa successfully chased 282 runs at Lord’s to defeat Australia by five wickets, securing the World Test Championship title.
  • Markram extended his overnight hundred to finish with 136 off 207 balls, guiding the second-innings pursuit over six hours.
  • Captain Temba Bavuma contributed 66 despite a hamstring injury, becoming the first black African skipper to lift an ICC trophy.
  • Rabada’s nine wickets across both innings anchored a youthful pace attack that dismissed Australia for 207 in their second innings.
  • The triumph ended a 27-year ICC trophy drought for South Africa, showcasing Test cricket’s competitiveness beyond traditional powerhouses.