Historic Triumph in Test Cricket – WTC Final at Lord’s
South Africa made history in the 2025 ICC World Test Championship final at Lord’s (June 11–14), defeating defending champions Australia by five wickets to clinch their first-ever Test Championship title, and only their second ICC trophy ever, after a 27‑year wait .
- Aiden Markram starred with a match-winning 136 runs, anchoring a successful chase of 282.
- Kagiso Rabada dominated with nine wickets across both innings .
ICC Chair Jay Shah praised it as “a performance for the ages”, highlighting the impact of this landmark win on South Africa’s cricketing narrative . Australian skipper Pat Cummins acknowledged that the team “fell short”, blaming experience and aging personnel, and hinted at major changes ahead.
Test Cricket: South Africa’s Long-Awaited Glory
The World Test Championship Final 2025 at Lord’s turned into a dream come true for South African cricket.
Key Highlights:
- Aiden Markram played the innings of a lifetime, scoring a gritty 136 to guide South Africa in chasing a challenging 282.
- Kagiso Rabada dismantled the Australian top order with 9 wickets in the match, including a fiery spell on Day 3.
- South Africa won by 5 wickets, marking their first ICC title in 27 years and their first-ever Test Championship crown.
This win wasn’t just about a trophy — it was about redemption. It was about showing that South African cricket could finish what it started. Lord’s bore witness to a generation rewriting the past.
Legends T20 Showdown – World Championship of Legends
AB de Villiers, at 41, rewrote the script:
- He scored a blistering 123 off 46 balls (SR ≈ 267), peppered with 15 fours and eight sixes, his second consecutive ton in the tournament
- Alongside JJ Smuts, he shared an extraordinary 187‑run opening stand
Bowling side delighted too—Aaron Phangiso and Imran Tahir demolished the Aussie batting line-up, setting the stage for the humbling win
Key Takeaways
- South Africa’s rise in Test cricket: WTC victory cements their arrival among Test elites and erases past ICC heartbreaks.
- Australian reality check: Cummins admitted the need for overhaul after fielding an ageing combination in the WTC final, with several seniors under pressure to step aside
Summary Table
| Format | Date(s) | Result | Highlight Performer |
|---|---|---|---|
| WTC Final (Test) | 11–14 June 2025 | SA beat AUS by 5 wkts | Aiden Markram (136) |
| Legends T20 Match 12 | 27 July 2025 | SA Champs beat AUS Champs by 95 runs | AB de Villiers (123 off 46) |
For Pat Cummins and Co., the WTC Final loss highlights a pressing need for transition and rejuvenation.
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