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South Africa scripted history by defeating Australia in the WTC Final at Lord's, securing their maiden Test championship title. ICC Chairman Jay Shah led tributes, praising the Proteas' "performance for the ages" while Aiden Markram starred with a match-winning century. The victory ended South Africa's 27-year wait for an ICC trophy since their 1998 Knockout triumph. Australia's Pat Cummins saw his remarkable captaincy streak halted after back-to-back Ashes, WTC, and ODI World Cup successes.

Key Points: Jay Shah Hails South Africa's Maiden WTC Title Win Over Australia

  • South Africa claims first-ever WTC title with 5-wicket win over Australia
  • Aiden Markram named Player of the Match for century
  • Ends 27-year ICC trophy drought since 1998
  • Pat Cummins' golden captaincy streak halted
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ICC Chairman Jay Shah congratulates South Africa on its maiden WTC title

ICC Chairman Jay Shah and cricket legends celebrate South Africa's historic WTC Final victory against Australia at Lord's, ending a 27-year ICC trophy drought.

"Test cricket at its finest. Congratulations, South Africa! A champion performance in the ICC World Test Championship. – Anil Kumble"

London June 14

ICC Chairman Jay Shah congratulated the South Africa team after they defeated Australia in the World Test Championship (WTC) Final, by five wickets to clinch their maiden WTC title at Lord's on Saturday.

Jay Shah posted on his X handle, "Congratulations to @ProteasMenCSA on winning the @ICC World Test Championship! And a performance for the ages from @aramco Player of the Match Aiden Markram. The @HomeOfCricket Lord's was a fantastic venue, and the huge crowds every day once again showed the interest in Test cricket."

https://x.com/JayShah/status/1933913440252264889

Extending wishes to the Proteas, former Indian skipper Anil Kumble said, "Test cricket at its finest. Congratulations, South Africa! A champion performance in the ICC World Test Championship."

https://x.com/anilkumble1074/status/1933896145689813126

Indian batter Cheteshwar Pujara posted on his X handle, "Congratulations to South Africa on a historic WTC Final victory! A triumph built on resilience, skill, and unwavering determination. Test cricket at its finest."

https://x.com/cheteshwar1/status/1933883224843002287

Former Indian legend Yuvraj Singh also extended wishes to the South Africa team, saying that the class of 2025 ends a 27-year wait.

"The class of 2025 ends a 27-year wait and lifts the ICC World Test Championship Trophy in style! Huge congrats to the @ProteasMenCSA on a historic win at Lord's. I've always believed there's no greater measure of resilience and character than Test cricket, and South Africa rose to the occasion! #AidenMarkram's century was pure class. @KagisoRabada25 @marcojansen2000 and @NgidiLungi brought relentless intensity, and #TembaBavuma led with calm and courage. A final worthy of the format, Tough luck #Australia! You know it's okay to let go of one trophy #WTCFinal," Singh posted on X.

https://x.com/YUVSTRONG12/status/1933878377875914849

With this victory, South Africa has laid their hands on their first-ever world title in international cricket. Also, this is their second ICC trophy after the ICC Knockout 1998.

Also, Australia skipper Pat Cummins' golden run as a captain, which started with the retention of the Ashes series against England and was followed by an incredible WTC mace and 50-over World Cup wins over India, has come to a halt.

- ANI

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Rahul K.
Well deserved victory for South Africa! They've been consistent performers in Test cricket for years. Markram's century was pure class 👏 Hope Team India takes inspiration from this for our next WTC cycle. Our batting needs more resilience in overseas conditions.
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Priya M.
Emotional moment for cricket fans worldwide! South Africa finally shedding the 'chokers' tag after so many years. Rabada's bowling was 🔥 throughout the tournament. Now waiting for India to win the next WTC - we have the talent, just need better team selection!
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Arjun S.
Great to see Test cricket getting this kind of attention! The format is the real test of a cricketer's skills. Though I'm happy for SA, can't help but feel disappointed that India couldn't make it to the finals this time. Our team needs to focus more on overseas Test performances.
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Sunita R.
Bavuma's leadership was outstanding! Shows how important a calm captain is in pressure situations. Maybe BCCI should take note - we keep changing captains too often. Consistency is key in Test cricket. Congratulations Proteas! 🎉
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Vikram J.
While I appreciate Jay Shah's congratulatory message, I wish ICC would do more to promote Test cricket in smaller nations too. The same few teams dominate while Associates struggle. The format needs more diversity to survive long-term.
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Neha P.
What a match! Test cricket at its best. Though I supported Australia (because of their rivalry with India 😅), South Africa truly deserved this. Their fast bowling attack is world class - something our Indian team should learn from. More green tops in domestic cricket please!

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