South Africa Wins First ICC Title in 27 Years Defeating Australia at Lord's

South Africa secured their first-ever World Test Championship title by defeating Australia at Lord's, ending a 27-year wait for an ICC trophy and overcoming a history of near misses in major cricket tournaments. Led by captain Temba Bavuma and key performances from Aiden Markram, who scored a match-winning 136, and Kagiso Rabada, who took nine wickets, the Proteas chased down a challenging target of 282 runs with a five-wicket victory. The win has been widely celebrated by cricket legends including Sachin Tendulkar, Yuvraj Singh, AB de Villiers, Dale Steyn, and Chris Gayle, who praised South Africa's resilience, composure, and historic achievement. Former Australian captain Michael Clarke congratulated South Africa and emphasized their potential to usher in a golden era while encouraging Australia to continue their successful cricket style despite the loss. This victory also marks Australia's first defeat in an ICC final since 2010, highlighting the significance of South Africa's breakthrough in international cricket. The triumph is seen as a redemption and a new chapter for South African cricket, inspiring hope for future successes.