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WTC Final 2025: South Africa Clinch Maiden World Test Championship Title, Beat Australia by 5 Wickets
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WTC Final 2025: South Africa Clinch Maiden World Test Championship Title, Beat Australia by 5 Wickets

Date: June 14, 2025
Venue: Lord’s Cricket Ground, London
Result: South Africa beat Australia by 5 wickets
Significance: South Africa win their first-ever ICC World Test Championship and their first ICC title in 27 years


In a historic moment for South African cricket, the Proteas defeated Australia by 5 wickets on Day 4 of the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) Final 2025 at Lord’s, securing their first ICC trophy since 1998. Led by a brilliant century from Aiden Markram and a gritty half-century from an injured Temba Bavuma, South Africa chased down the target of 282 runs in style.

Match Summary:

  • Australia 1st Innings: 212

  • South Africa 1st Innings: 138

  • Australia 2nd Innings: 207

  • South Africa 2nd Innings: 282/5 (83.4 overs)


Key Highlights:

  • Aiden Markram starred with a match-defining century, anchoring the chase under pressure.

  • Captain Temba Bavuma, despite battling an injury, contributed a crucial fifty.

  • Kagiso Rabada was the standout bowler of the match, taking 9 wickets across both innings.

  • Kyle Verreyne hit the winning runs with a drive through the off-side, sparking scenes of joy on the Lord’s balcony.

  • The Proteas leveled scores in the 83rd over and sealed the win in the next over, with five wickets to spare.


WTC Final 2025 – Final Moments:

  • At SA 280/5, the tension peaked as South Africa needed just 2 runs.

  • With scores level at 281, Verreyne missed a scoop shot that should have been out — but Australia had no reviews left.

  • Moments later, he finished the chase with a boundary, triggering massive celebrations from fans and players alike.


Historical Significance:

This victory marks South Africa's first ICC title since winning the ICC KnockOut Trophy in 1998, ending a 27-year drought. It is also their first World Test Championship crown, a feat that cements their resurgence on the global cricket stage.


Final Result:
South Africa (138 & 282/5) beat Australia (212 & 207) by 5 wickets

 

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