South Africa has won their first ICC title in 27 years by defeating Australia in the 2025 World Test Championship final. Aiden Markram made a significant contribution with a century while captain Temba Bavuma,

South Africa banished the generational trauma of woe on the world stage and their reputation as cricket’s “chokers” by downing Australia in a thrilling World Test Championship final at Lords on Saturday.

By Mark Gleeson LONDON (Reuters) -South Africa won the World Test Championship on Saturday, completing a remarkable turnaround to beat Australia by five wickets as they successfully chased down an imposing 282-run target.

South Africa won the World Test Championship on Saturday, completing a remarkable turnaround to beat Australia by five wickets as they successfully chased down an imposing 282-run target.

South Africa win World Test Championship with momentous victory over Australia; After Aiden Markram led the way with a century South Africa had to chase down 69 runs on Saturday for a historic victory

South Africa's captain Temba Bavuma holds up the ICC World Test Championship Mace as he celebrates with teammates after victory on day four of the ICC World Test Championship cricket final match between Australia and South Africa, at Lord's cricket ground, in London. Photo: GLYN KIRK

South Africa vs Australia LIVE Updates, ICC World Test Championship Final 2025 Day 4: South Africa are just 47 runs away from World Test Championship (WTC) 2025 final glory against Australia. Despite the departure of captain Temba Bavuma early on Day 4,

Aiden Markram’s magnificent unbeaten 102 helped South Africa edge closer to World Test Championship final triumph