[WATCH]- Bavuma Lauded At Presentation Ceremony Following South Africa’s WTC 2025 Triumph

South African captain Temba Bavuma was met with a thunderous reception during the post-match presentation following his team’s victory over Australia on Day 4 (Saturday, June 14) of the 2025 World Test Championship (WTC) final, held at the historic Lord’s Cricket Ground in London.

While the Proteas were being awarded their winners’ medals, captain Temba Bavuma was the final player to be called up. As soon as his name was announced, the crowd stood in unison and broke into loud, enthusiastic applause. You can watch the video here:

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In the match, Australia were bowled out for 212 in their first innings, with Kagiso Rabada leading the charge for South Africa with a five-wicket haul. However, the Proteas faltered in their reply as Pat Cummins delivered a sensational spell, picking up six wickets to bundle them out for 138.

Australia posted 207 in their second innings, led by Mitchell Starc’s gritty 58*. Chasing 282, Aiden Markram scored a superb 136, while an injured Temba Bavuma added a fighting 66. Kyle Verreynne hit the winning runs as South Africa clinched the 2025 WTC title with a five-wicket win.

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South Africa triumphed over Australia to win the 2025 World Test Championship final, ending a 27-year wait for an ICC title. Reflecting on the landmark victory, captain Temba Bavuma shared his thoughts during the post-match presentation, as reported by ESPNcricinfo:

“It’s been a special couple of days, at some points it felt like we were in SA. We prepared hard, we came in with a lot of belief and a lot of doubters, glad we played well. Special moment for us and people back home, probably will sink in in a couple of days.”

“The energy was there, I think us as a team have been wanting this. We’ve been relentless, getting to the doorstep consistently and experienced heartache, the sun’s been with us. Hopefully, this win is one of many.”

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