South Africa, WTC final
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South Africa win WTC to land 1st major title
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Dale Steyn broke down in tears after South Africa’s historic WTC Final win over Australia, ending a 27-year ICC trophy drought. The emotional moment at Lord’s symbolized the nation’s redemption and Steyn’s unfulfilled dream finally being realized.
Australia could shake up their batting after crashing to South Africa in the World Test Championship final, with captain Pat Cummins saying a “reset”
Day two of the ICC World Test Championship Final at Lord’s saw Australia seize the upper hand, thanks to fast bowling by captain Pat Cummins. Cummins became just the eighth Australian to reach 300 Test wickets.
Former Australian cricketer Mitchell Johnson did not mince his words as he questioned pacer Josh Hazlewood prioritising IPL and RCB over preparing for WTC Final.
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Following decades of falling agonisingly short of success, South African cricket sits on the cusp of a first major triumph with 69 runs needed to win the World Test Championship at Lord’s on Saturday.
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. Smith was hurt at first slip trying
Speaking after a fiery second-innings performance, Ngidi was visibly emotional about removing the Australian star for 13, trapping him during a spell that reignited South Africa’s hopes in the marquee contest.
During the WTC Final, Josh Hazlewood took only two wickets, which questioned his preparation and readiness for the match.
Andrew McDonald commented on Marnus Labuschagne's thin run of form, stating the importance of his experience to an Australian team that is ageing.