South Africa has finally ended their ICC trophy drought as they defeated Australia to lift the World Test Championship mace. Aiden Markram was the hero for the Proteas as he played a handy knock of 136 runs to help his side get through the winning line in the fourth innings of the match. Apart from Markram, skipper Temba Bavuma also played a valuable knock of 66 runs.
Fans erupted in joy as South Africa clinched their first ICC trophy in 27 years. The victory marks a turning point for South African cricket, proving their resilience on the grandest stage. Netizens celebrated the triumph, declaring, “No more chokers!”
SA vs AUS WTC final reactions
HOME!!!!!
— Dale Steyn (@DaleSteyn62) June 14, 2025
Bosh and Boom
What a win for @ProteasMenCSA they have out skilled and out wanted the Australians. tremendously led by Temba Bavuma. They’re a team that shows how powerful purpose, passion and belief are in shaping the path to a trophy. A glorious day for South Africa
— Kumar Sangakkara (@KumarSanga2) June 14, 2025
The lords stadium is giving standing ovation to Aiden Markram
#AidenMarkram #WtcFinal2025 #WTC25 pic.twitter.com/VRubLt57UX
— Sarcasm (@sarcastic_us) June 14, 2025
#WTC25 #WtcFinal2025 pic.twitter.com/qyATJJ0X4z
— Punjab Kings (@PunjabKingsIPL) June 13, 2025
This is for Africa
#WTC25 | #SAvAUS pic.twitter.com/mxveqLfR1S
— Sunrisers Eastern Cape (@SunrisersEC) June 13, 2025
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