Australia dominated the early stages of the match with strong batting and disciplined bowling. Skipper Temba Bavuma added a steady 66, while Kyle Verreynne also made a key contribution. Kagiso Rabada delivered a match-winning performance with the ball,

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Australia's wicketkeeper Alex Carey, right, reacts as South Africa's Aiden Markram plays a shot on day three of the World Test Championship final between South Africa and Australia at Lord's cricket ground in London, Friday, June 13, 2025. Credit: AP/Kirsty Wigglesworth