South Africa One Step Away from Glory in Thrilling Test Final
London, June 13 — Cricket fans around the world are holding their breath as South Africa stands just 69 runs away from winning the World Test Championship Final against Australia at Lord’s Cricket Ground.
The match has been a rollercoaster from the start. Australia batted first and scored 212 runs, with Mitchell Starc and Alex Carey playing key roles. South Africa replied with only 138 runs, giving Australia a lead of 74. In their second innings, Australia managed 207 runs, setting South Africa a target of 282 to win.
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At the end of Day 3, South Africa had reached 213 for 2 wickets, thanks to a brilliant century by Aiden Markram and a brave 65-run knock by Temba Bavuma, who played through a hamstring injury. The two batsmen added 143 runs together, showing great skill and patience.
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Australia’s bowlers tried everything, but the pitch became easier to bat on as the sun came out. Even though the match is in South Africa’s favor, experts say the last 69 runs will be the hardest. Australia is known for fighting till the end, and with rain expected on Day 4, anything can happen.
This match is not just about runs and wickets—it’s about heart, history, and the dream of lifting a trophy that has never belonged to South Africa before. If they win, it will be their first major ICC title in over two decades.
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Last Updated on: Saturday, June 14, 2025 6:36 pm by Goulikar Abhishek | Published by: Goulikar Abhishek on Saturday, June 14, 2025 10:49 am | News Categories: Sports
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