How the world reacted to South Africa's WTC25 Final Triumph
Watch the full match highlights as Aiden Markram and Kagiso Rabada led the way as South Africa bested the defending champions Australia to clinch the World Test Championship mace at Lord's.
South Africa lift the World Test Championship mace | WTC25 Final
Skipper Temba Bavuma lifts the coveted ICC World Test Championship mace as South Africa are crowned winners at Lord's.
Social media was filled with adulation and congratulations, and it was the who's who of the game that led the praise.
ICC Hall of Famer AB de Villiers had soaked in the moment from the stands as a fan, leading the tributes on X upon the victory.
Congratulations @ProteasMenCSA Fantastic win and so well played! Hats off to Markram for that match winning century, and Temba for leading with such ice and fire all through👏🏻🏆
What an incredible experience of watching this beautiful format of the game! The built up drama,… pic.twitter.com/NVBR3apmKo
Former Proteas captain Faf du Plessis was overjoyed by the first thing he saw on his phone waking up in the USA.
India legend Yuvraj Singh hailed the Proteas' resilience and character in the Lord's battle.
Proteas celebrate World Test Championship triumph at Lord's | WTC25 Final
South Africa players all smiles as they pose with the World Test Championship mace after sealing off a special win at Lord's.
Having witnessed the history from the media centre, Ian Bishop provided his usual poise in the throes of cricketing drama.
One of the most phenomenally responsible, nerveless 4th innings centuries in the game from Aiden Markram. Fitting that the former ICCU19World Cup winning captain & (K G Rabada) helps guide Temba Bavuma's team to the 🌈 Nation's greatest cricketing moment. ICC WTC Champs 2025. — Ian Raphael Bishop (@irbishi) June 14, 2025
An emotional Keshav Maharaj pays tribute to SA | WTC25 Final
Overwhelmed with emotions, Keshav Maharaj opens up on a historic triumph for South Africa at Lord's.
Having presented the trophy, ICC Chair Jay Shah reiterated his congratulations, and thanked hosts Lord's for hosting the Ultimate Test.
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