ICC World Test Championship Final 2025: South Africa vs Australia

On 14 June 2025, cricket fans were treated to a dramatic clash as South Africa and Australia battled for glory in the ICC World Test Championship Final at Lord’s, London. The Proteas emerged victorious by five wickets, ending a 27‑year wait for an ICC trophy—and their first-ever WTC crown.

📅 Date: June 11–14, 2025 | 🏟 Venue: Lord’s, London
🎯 Result: South Africa won by 5 wickets
🎲 Toss: South Africa won the toss and opted to bowl.

First Innings was Turning Point
After winning the toss and opting to bowl, South Africa has struck early in the first innings. Australia managed 212, with Pat Cummins top-scoring at 59, and Mitchell Starc contributing 66 Runs.

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Also Kagiso Rabada led the Proteas attack in response, taking key wickets to reduce Australia to a sub‑par total. However, South Africa faltered with just 138 in reply, falling 74 runs short. 

In the Second Innings: Rabada Resurges.
In a game of were momentum swings, Rabada’s sensational form continued, claiming five more wickets and putting Australia on the back foot with 207 in their second innings . Meanwhile, Lungi Ngidi and Rabada shone with the ball, ensuring Australia couldn’t build a match-winning advantage. 

The Chase: Markram’s Masterclass Act
Facing a challenging target of 282, South Africa encountered early setbacks in their chase. Yet Aiden Markram anchored the innings with a sublime 136 off 207 balls—his patient knock spanned nearly 400 minutes and included a pivotal 147‑run partnership with captain Temba Bavuma was critical.

Bavuma offered calm presence himself, contributing 66 Runs despite battling injury on the final day of the match.

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However, the vulnerabilities at 30/4 early on, South Africa’s resilience emerged once policy, regaining momentum through Rabada’s earlier heroics and Markram’s innings.

Moreover, David Bedingham added a composed 21* Runs and NotOut, supporting the lead partnership. 

The Winning Moment
As pressure mounted, the chase seemed poised for a finish. Then, with only six runs needed, Kyle Verreynne stepped up. His decisive cover-drive off Mitchell Starc sealed the win which has spark an eruption of celebrations at Lord’s and in South Africa.

Leader and Captain Bavuma then lifted the ICC Test mace amid green celebration and fireworks. 

Player of the Match & Match Stats

• Player of the Match: Aiden Markram, for his 136 in a high‑pressure chase. 

• Bowling highlight: Kagiso Rabada finished with nine wickets in the match, including a five‑fer in both innings. 

• Date & Venue: 11–14 June 2025 at Lord’s, London. 

Significance & Records
Above all, South Africa’s success has now shakes off the “chokers” stigma—ending their ICC trophy drought since 1998’s Champions Trophy.

Furthermore, this triumph signals a turning point in the resurgence of Proteas cricket, demonstrating that strategic leadership, embodied by Bavuma and coach Conrad, and contributions across bat and balling lineup which can yield global success.

Also, this win also marks a major milestone: South Africa’s first World Test Championship trophy, accompanied by a USD 3.6 million prize purse.

Conclusion and summary of the Match, on 14 June 2025, South Africa’s iconic victory over Australia secured their place in cricket history. Transitioning from hurt to heroism, they crafted an unforgettable chase, showcased by Markram’s century, Bavuma’s grit, and Rabada’s match-winning spells. This isn’t just a win; it’s a statement—a revival of Test status, hope for future series, and validation that South Africa has reclaimed its rightful place at the top.

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