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LONDON (AP) — South Africa won the World Test Championship against titleholder Australia by five wickets after knocking off the last 69 runs required on the fourth morning of the final on Saturday. The Proteas achieved their first major cricket title in 27 years, sparking celebrations at Lord’s.
Michael Vaughan had earlier predicted that Australia were better positioned to defeat South Africa in WTC 2025 final. The Proteas ended up beating the mighty Aussies by 5 wickets in the 'Ultimate Test
South Africa vs Australia LIVE Updates, ICC World Test Championship Final 2025 Day 4: South Africa captain Temba Bavuma has departed early on Day 4 against Australia in the World Test Championship (WTC) 2025 final.
Australia batter Steve Smith will take no further part in the World Test Championship final in London after suffering a compound dislocation of his right pinkie.
Temba Bavuma is battling through a sore hamstring as South Africa chases victory in the WTC Final against Australia at Lord’s. His resilience keeps the Proteas in contention despite visible discomfort.
What would an XI formed from the two sides in the World Test Championship final - Australia and South Africa - look like? James Anderson is asked to his pick his line-up by making a choice between an Aussie and a South African for each slot.