Match Highlights:

Final Score:
South Africa – 282/5 (83.4 overs)
? Won by 5 wickets

Aiden Markram – The Hero:
Markram led the charge with a stunning 136-run knock, resuming unbeaten on Day 4 and falling just six runs before the target. His calm, classy innings will be remembered as one of the greatest in WTC Final history.

Captain’s Knock:
Temba Bavuma anchored the innings with a gritty 66, providing much-needed stability after early nerves. His partnership with Markram set the tone for the chase.

Finishing Touch:
Kyle Verreynne and David Bedingham held their nerve at the end, steering South Africa to victory with confidence.

Bowling Impact:

Rabada’s First Innings Burst:
Kagiso Rabada’s spell of 5/51 in the first innings gave South Africa the edge early in the match.

Jansen & Maharaj Contain Australia:
Marco Jansen and Keshav Maharaj played crucial roles in keeping the pressure on with key wickets and tight spells.

A Historic Milestone:

South Africa ended a 27-year wait for an ICC trophy – their first since 1998.

Emotional scenes followed, with icons like Dale Steyn moved to tears, celebrating the country’s redemption on the world stage.

???????? Australian Response:

Captain Pat Cummins called the result “heartbreaking,” admitting that “South Africa outplayed us in every department.”

Final Score Summary:

Result: South Africa won by 5 wickets and are crowned the 2025 WTC Champions.