WTC 2025 Final Match：Day 4

Result：South Africa beat Australia by 5 wickets.

After decades of heartbreak and near-misses, South Africa finally broke through, and in style to win their first World Test Championship title at Lord’s! Chasing 282 for victory, it was Aiden Markram’s majestic 146 that lit up the fourth day, while Temba Bavuma, hobbling on a sore hamstring, showed guts and grit to add a vital 66. The tension was thick, the Aussies weren’t going down without a fight, but Kyle Verreynne sealed it with a crisp drive that sent the team and the crowd into pure jubilation.

An enthralling contest. A phenomenal triumph. A fitting finale to the Ultimate Test 🏏🔥

🇿🇦 The Proteas chased down 282 to seal a 5-wicket victory over Australia at Lord’s and were crowned ICC World Test Champions 🏆🙌.#WTCFinal #WozaNawe #ProteasWTCFinal pic.twitter.com/zfAJBVS6Zz

— Proteas Men (@ProteasMenCSA) June 14, 2025

Australia had their moments. Starc’s 3-66 and Cummins’ 6-wicket haul in the first innings kept things spicy, but it was Rabada’s fiery 9-wicket match haul that turned the tide. Despite holding a handy lead after the first innings, Australia’s second-innings collapse cost them dearly. The Proteas held their nerve, survived the Aussie review roulette, and finally shook off decades of baggage. A fairytale ending? Not quite. A gritty, glorious one? Absolutely.

All smiles. All heart. All glory 🏆

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WTC 2025 Final Match：Day 3

Stumps：South Africa need 69 runs to win.

What a day at Lord’s! South Africa is just 69 runs away from clinching the WTC 2025 title after a dream day with the bat. Aiden Markram was pure class, stroking his way to a flawless century, while a limping-but-determined Temba Bavuma played the gutsiest innings of his life. Together, they stitched up a 143-run stand that kept the Aussies chasing shadows. It was calm, confident batting that turned the chase from nerve-racking to near-certain. Even Starc’s early strikes couldn’t rattle them.

Kagiso Rabada’s strike lifts South Africa early on Day 3 👊

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Earlier, Australia had looked like they’d stretched their lead just enough—thanks to Starc’s surprising 58 and a gritty last-wicket stand with Hazlewood. But the pitch had eased, and South Africa seized the moment. Even when Bavuma picked up a hammy niggle, he just kept going, dodging pain like a pro. Smith’s dropped catch (and busted finger) might haunt Australia for a while. Unless something dramatic happens on Day 4, South Africa’s long wait for Test glory could be over by lunchtime!

South Africa made to toil as Starc and Hazlewood guide Australia to an imposing total 👀

Who will take the advantage in the afternoon session? 🤔

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WTC 2025 Final Match：Day 2

Stumps：Australia lead by 218 runs.

What a whirlwind day of Test cricket at Lord’s! Australia, after starting strong with a 74-run lead in the first innings, found themselves in a dogfight by day’s end. Pat Cummins was the star of the show early, snatching 6 for 28 and hitting his 300th Test wicket milestone like a boss. But just when it looked like South Africa might be down and out, their bowlers especially Ngidi and Rabada, hit back hard, slicing through Australia’s top order and stirring up some serious drama.

300 Test wickets ✅

Six-for in the #WTC25 Final ✅

Australia captain Pat Cummins continues to set the standard 🌟 pic.twitter.com/qQRejPh1Ck

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Still, the Aussies clung on. Alex Carey and Mitchell Starc stitched together a gritty 61-run stand that kept South Africa at bay and pushed the lead to 218. South Africa will need to pull off a record-breaking chase at this ground to win, and they’ll have to do it against a fired-up Aussie attack. With wickets falling left, right, and center, this match has gone into overdrive. Buckle up, day three’s going to be a wild ride!

Australia extend their lead past 200 despite South Africa’s strikes to leave the #WTC25 Final evenly poised 🔥#SAvAUS

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WTC 2025 Final Match：Day 1

Stumps：South Africa trail by 169 runs.

Day one at Lord’s had the tension of a chess match played in slow motion, and South Africa looked like they’d brought only pawns to the party. With Wiaan Mulder and Temba Bavuma digging in like it was a bunker not a cricket pitch, the scoreboard crawled painfully, just six runs across 40 relentless deliveries. Aussie pacers hit the same hard lengths like a broken record, and the only real excitement came from the slip cordon’s sound effects — gasps, groans, and the occasional oof as the ball flirted with edges but didn’t commit.

Kagiso Rabada delivers big time for South Africa with two wickets in an over 🔥

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But don’t write it off as a snoozefest. Amid the grind, there were flashes — a handful of crunching boundaries from Rickelton and Bedingham, and a classy 66 from Steve Smith that showed what calm heads can do on tricky decks. Rabada’s fiery five-for kept things spicy, and the whole day felt like a throwback to pre-Bazball days, when Test cricket was more trench warfare than fireworks show. So, when Bavuma resumes on 3* after 37 balls, all eyes will be on whether South Africa keep blocking like it’s a final exam or finally take the fight to an Aussie attack that’s clearly up for the battle.

Australian pacers rattle South Africa’s top order in the final session to seize the momentum at Stumps 👊

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RSA vs AUS 2025 Final Test: 1st vs 2nd ICC World Test Championship champions clash

The first-ever ICC World Test Championship winner was New Zealand, and the second edition was claimed by Australia. Now, the 2023-2025 edition will see its final match on June 11th, where South Africa and Australia will face off. Australia, being the defending champion from the previous edition, is expected to have the upper hand. However, when the two teams met in 2023, South Africa triumphed with a 2-1 series victory, despite playing on home soil. This win surely shows that South Africa has the potential to defeat Australia. The big question now is whether Australia will retain their crown or if South Africa will become the third-ever champion of the ICC World Test Championship. All will be decided between June 11th-15th. Stay tuned!

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South Africa’s Final Test Key Players to Watch

• Kagiso Rabada (Fast Bowler) – Lord’s bounce and movement suit his aggressive pace. He’s a proven match-winner in big games.
• Aiden Markram (Opening Batter) – Solid technique against the new ball; can anchor the innings on a tricky pitch.
• Marco Jansen (All-rounder) – His left-arm seam and lower-order batting add balance. His height gets extra bounce.
• Keshav Maharaj (Spinner) – If the pitch slows, his accuracy and subtle turn could trouble Australia’s batters.

Australia’s Final Test Key Players to Watch

• Pat Cummins (Fast Bowler & Captain) – Loves Lord’s conditions; his seam movement and leadership are vital.
• Marnus Labuschagne (Top-order Batter)  Best at grinding runs in tough conditions; his patience will be key.
• Nathan Lyon (Spinner) – Lord’s traditionally helps spinners later; his experience could decide the game.
• Mitchell Starc (Left-arm Fast Bowler) – His swing and pace can exploit early moisture and rough up batters.

RSA vs AUS 2025 Final Test Possible Squad List

RSA vs AUS 2025 Final Test – Preview & Match Details:

Match Name: ICC World Test Championship Final

Match Date: 11th June 2025

Match Time: 03:30 PM IST

Competing Teams: South Africa vs Australia Final Test (RSA vs AUS)

Venue: Lord’s, London

Note：The match has not started yet, but updates will be provided regularly once it begins.

RSA vs AUS 2025 Final Test – Venue: Lord’s Cricket Ground

Stadium Capacity: Approximately 31,180 spectators

Stadium Address: St John’s Wood Rd, London NW8 8QN, United Kingdom

Stadium Features:Located in London, England, Lord’s Cricket Ground is one of the oldest and most famous cricket stadiums in the world. It is considered a sacred ground for cricket fans across the globe. Originally established in 1787, Lord’s was not built on its current site but in Dorset Square. After two relocations, the stadium was eventually moved to its present location, where it was acquired and has since been managed by the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC)—the very organization that published the first official rules of cricket.

Although Lord’s didn’t host its first international match until 1884, it gradually gained popularity and became a favored venue for major games. Over the years, it has hosted numerous significant matches, including the finals of the Cricket World Cup on three occasions: in 1983, 1999, and 2019.

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