The first Black batter to make a century for South Africa has led them to World Test Championship glory – but wider issues within the format must be solved to save it

South Africa has won their first ICC title in 27 years by defeating Australia in the 2025 World Test Championship final. Aiden Markram made a significant contribution with a century while captain Temba Bavuma,

Across four days at Lord's, Temba Bavuma's team shows history, both distant and recent, can be overcome by a group brimming with talent and resilience.

Keshav Maharaj and Temba Bavuma were visibly emotional after South Africa beat Australia to win the third edition of the World Test Chamionship.

A five-wicket victory in a match Australia dominated for a large part, revealed the steel within Temba Bavuma’s men. On the hope-metre, what Bavuma’s troops achieved is on par with the feat of Kapil’s Devils in the 1983 World Cup.

Temba Bavuma led South Africa to a historic victory over Australia in the 2025 ICC World Test Championship final at Lord's, securing their first ICC t

A wise decision taken by Aiden Makram regarding Temba Bavuma brought South Africa its crown jewel when it won the WTC final, beating Australia.

Aiden Markram achieved a significant century, and captain Temba Bavuma despite being injured contributed a total of 102 runs. South Africa successfully chased a challenging target of 282 runs on Day 4.

Aiden Markram’s magnificent unbeaten 102 helped South Africa edge closer to World Test Championship final triumph