ICC World Test Championship Final: Full Squads, Schedule, Prize Money, Reserve Day And More
South Africa have won only one ICC title in their cricketing history. The WTC final presents a chance to end a wait extending beyond two decades. Under Temba Bavuma's captaincy, South Africa have an opportunity to create history by winning their first world title. Whatever the result, a thrilling contest is on the cards at the iconic Lord's this week.
Ahead of the WTC final, here's all you need to know:
South Africa
South Africa topped the WTC standings to reach the title clash. They played 12 matches, winning eight and losing three, with one draw. They finished with 69.44 percentage points and are currently the world's top-ranked Test team.
Squad
Tony de Zorzi, Ryan Rickelton (wicketkeeper), Aiden Markram, Temba Bavuma (captain), David Bedingham, Tristan Stubbs, Kyle Verreynne (wicketkeeper), Wiaan Mulder, Marco Jansen, Corbin Bosch, Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi, Dane Paterson, Keshav Maharaj, Senuran Muthusamy
Australia finished second in the standings to secure a second consecutive final appearance. They played 19 Tests during the cycle, winning 13 and losing four, with two draws. They also incurred a 10-point deduction, finishing with 67.54 percentage points.
Squad
WTC Final Schedule
The contest will be held from 11 June to 15 June at Lord's in London. Play will commence at 3:00 PM IST.
Is There A Reserve Day?
Yes, a reserve day (16 June) is available if needed.
Prize Money
The ICC has more than doubled the prize money for the winning team. For the first two editions, the winners received USD 1.6 million, which has now increased to USD 3.6 million. The runners-up will receive USD 2.16 million, compared to USD 800,000 in the previous two iterations.
How To Watch Live?
South Africa: SuperSport TV
United Kingdom: Sky Sports Cricket
Caribbean & South America: ESPN Caribbean, ESPN Play Caribbean
New Zealand: Sky Sport Network
Pakistan: PTV, Ten Sports
Afghanistan: Ariana Television
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