Australia’s Road to the Final

Australia has once again proved its dominance in Test cricket, securing their second consecutive WTC Final appearance. Pat Cummins and his men sealed their spot after a 3-1 series win over India in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. This victory denied India a third straight final appearance, leaving them at No. 3 in the WTC standings.


Before heading to Lord's, Australia will play one final Test series against Sri Lanka, further strengthening their squad ahead of the summit clash. With a well-balanced team and a winning mindset, the Aussies look poised to defend their title.

South Africa’s Unstoppable Run Under Bavuma

The Proteas have been a dominant force in red-ball cricket, going unbeaten under Temba Bavuma's leadership. South Africa became the first team to qualify for the WTC Final after their resounding 2-0 series victory over Pakistan, including a 10-wicket win in the final Test.

Bavuma, who has led his side to an impressive 8 wins in 12 matches, sees this final as a career-defining moment. Speaking about the historic occasion, he stated:

“Qualifying for the WTC Final is one of the biggest achievements for me and for the team. We have an opportunity to do something special for our country.”

While South Africa has been dominant, Bavuma acknowledges that they are still evolving and has room to improve. Their ability to find ways to win in tough situations makes them a formidable force against a strong Australian unit.

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A High-Stakes Battle at Lord’s

Both teams bring unique strengths to the high-pressure final:
✅ Australia’s Experience: Reigning champions with big-match temperament
✅ South Africa’s Momentum: Unbeaten and hungry for their first WTC title

As Bavuma himself admitted, Australia might not be the opponent he would have chosen, but his team is prepared to fight till the very end.

The 2025 World Test Championship Final promises to be a thrilling contest between two world-class sides, each with a point to prove. Will Australia claim back-to-back titles, or will South Africa script history with their maiden WTC crown?

Stay tuned as cricket’s ultimate battle unfolds at Lord’s from June 11-16!

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