South Africa’s limited-overs sides have long struggled to clinch a major ICC title, but this time the chance comes in the Test arena — a fresh twist in their quest for silverware. Against all odds, Temba Bavuma’s men have earned a spot in the ICC World Test Championship final, set to face a formidable Australia side.
As underdogs, the Proteas might actually welcome the challenge, thriving when expectations are low. The high-stakes, one-off Test match kicks off at the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground in London from June 11 to 15, with play starting at 11:30 am South African time each day. The weather forecast looks promising — no rain interruptions are expected, perfect conditions for a classic showdown.
Proteas squad for the WTC final 2025:
- Captain: Temba Bavuma
- Key players: David Bedingham, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Aiden Markram, Lungi Ngidi, Tristan Stubbs, and more from the top provincial teams.
Support team includes:
Head coach Shukri Conrad, batting coach Ashwell Prince, bowling coach Piet Botha, fielding coach Kruger van Wyk, and a dedicated support staff ensuring every detail is covered.
This is more than just a match; it’s South Africa’s opportunity to rewrite their ICC trophy history and stake their claim at the summit of Test cricket. Will the Proteas rise to the occasion and shock the world, or will the experienced Australians continue their dominance? All eyes will be on Lord’s come June 11.
