South Africa Ends 27-Year ICC Title Drought: A Historic Victory in the 2025 World Test Championship Final - Reddy Anna
- Yep Thomi
- Jun 14, 2025
- 2 min read
In a monumental achievement for South African cricket, the Proteas clinched their first major ICC title in 27 years by defeating Australia in the 2025 World Test Championship (WTC) final at Lord's. This victory not only ended a long-standing title drought but also marked a new chapter in South Africa's cricketing history.theguardian.com+3apnews.com+3indiatimes.com+3
A Historic Match at Lord's
The final, held from June 11 to June 14, 2025, at the iconic Lord's Cricket Ground in London, saw South Africa chase down a challenging target set by Australia. Despite a first-innings collapse to 138 all out, the Proteas mounted a remarkable comeback, led by Aiden Markram's match-winning 136 runs. His innings was pivotal in securing a five-wicket victory, with South Africa reaching 282/5 to claim the championship .thetimes.co.uk+3theguardian.com+3theguardian.com+3apnews.com+2en.wikipedia.org+2timesofindia.indiatimes.com+2
Key Performances
Aiden Markram: Markram's 136 runs were instrumental in the chase, earning him the Player of the Match award.
Temba Bavuma: The captain's resilient 66 runs, despite an injury, provided crucial support during the chase .malayalam.samayam.com
Kagiso Rabada: Rabada's nine-wicket haul in the match showcased his exceptional bowling skills and leadership.theguardian.com
Kyle Verreynne: Verreynne's decisive cover drive sealed the victory, highlighting the team's composure under pressure.apnews.com+1theguardian.com+1
A Nation Celebrates
This victory is not just a triumph for the team but for the entire nation. It ends decades of disappointment in ICC tournaments and ignites renewed passion for Test cricket in South Africa. The win also elevates the country's stature in international cricket, signaling a promising future ahead.indiatimes.com+7apnews.com+7icc-cricket.com+7
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