They were first in the WTC table in this calculation, although they were second in the ICC's WTC table. South Africa were in the doldrums on October 15, 2024, indexing at just below 4.0.

The accolade was for Rabada starring in the World Test Championship final by taking 5-51 in 15.4 overs to help South Africa rout defending champion Australia for 212 on day one. “You always felt ...

South Africa was criticized by some before the final for its supposedly easier road in the 2023-25 WTC cycle — it didn’t face Australia or England in a series — but it has won eight straight ...

South Africa reached the decider after seven straight Test wins, while Australia is aiming to become the first team to win two WTC titles. This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on ...

The Proteas were in Langa, where skipper Temba Bavuma was raised, to celebrate their World Test Championship victory with the community.

South Africa secured their maiden World Test Championship (WTC) title with a five-wicket win over Australia at Lord’s, the second-highest successful fourth-innings chase in WTC history.

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 ...

South Africa's David Bedingham, left, and Kyle Verreynne celebrate after their win in the World Test Championship final against Australia at Lord's cricket ground in London, Saturday, June 14, 2025.