South Africa’s Emotional WTC Triumph: Proteas Win First Major Cricket Trophy in 27 Years

South Africa’s Emotional WTC Triumph: Proteas Win First Major Cricket Trophy in 27 Years
South Africa's captain Temba Bavuma holds the winner's trophy and celebrates with teammates on the podium after their win in the World Test Championship final against Australia at Lord's cricket ground in London on June 14, 2025. Kirsty Wigglesworth/AP Photo
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LONDON—South Africa on Saturday claimed its first major cricket trophy in 27 years when it wrapped up a five-wicket win.

The last 69 runs required on day four were confidently knocked off by the Proteas in just over two hours—only three boundaries—with Australia typically fighting all the way to the inevitable end.