WTC 2025 Final – AUS vs SA: Markram, Bedingham Build Stand as Aussies Run Out of Reviews “Cricket is not just a game, it is a fire of emotions, in which every run, every wicket and every moment is remembered for centuries.” – and this World Test Championship Final 2025, played at the historic ground of Lord’s, perhaps became the most blazing flame of this fire.
South Africa’s historic innings: Crossing 250 runs, just a few steps away from victory
The second innings of South Africa have gone past the 250-run marker, and now the team is only a few runs away to win. The bravery and self-control of Aiden Markram and David Bedingham on the field can be the keys to any triumph in history.
The Australian bowling attack, led by Starc, tried hard, but the patient batting of the Proteas did not give them any chance.
Australia’s last hopes: Review over, Starc’s last bet
Mitchell Starc troubled the batsmen time and again, but as the runs came closer, Australia’s anxiety also increased.
He also wasted the last review on the LBW appeal against Bedingham – result: UltraEdge clearly showed that there was no contact with the bat.
The thrill of the match at its peak
The fourth day of the World Test Championship Final at the historic ground of Lord’s was very exciting. South Africa has scored 250 runs in their second innings and is now just a few steps away from a historic victory.
Markrum and Bedingham’s sensible batting
Aiden Markrum and Bedingham showed great patience under pressure. They tired out the Australian bowlers by rotating the strike and scoring runs sensibly.
Stark’s efforts and Australia’s review ended
Mitchell Stark put in all his effort, but the South African batsmen managed to handle that as well. Australia lost their last review in an LBW appeal.
Nathan Lyon’s tight over, but the score kept moving
Nathan Lyon bowled a tight over, but Bedingham did not take any risk and kept playing steadily. Markram is standing firm at 120. Now only 40 runs are needed.
Stark hits back, bowls out Stubbs
After losing the review, Stark bowls out Stubbs on the very next ball. This wicket brought the match back into balance, but South Africa is still ahead.
Tough pressure, but South Africa is showing courage
By the drinks break, South Africa had added 25 more runs. Captain Bavuma is out, but Markram has taken charge and Stubbs also played some good shots.
Bavuma-Markram’s historic partnership
Bavuma and Markram’s 147-run partnership brought life to this Test. This was the third-highest partnership of any foreign pair in the fourth innings at Lord’s.
Captain vs Captain: Cummins dismissed Bavuma twice
Cummins achieved a unique feat by dismissing Bavuma for the second time. Only a few captains in history have done this. Another rare record was added at Lord’s.
Australia shocked by Smith’s injury
Steve Smith was out of the field due to a finger injury. Not only did this leave Australia without a crucial slip fielder, but also his captaincy skills.
Will history repeat itself?
West Indies pursued 300 or more runs at Lord s in 1984 and emerged victorious. Now South Africa have an opportunity to make history. The whole country is watching Markram and his teammates.
Conclusion
The WTC 2025 Final between Australia and South Africa is heading towards a thrilling finish, with Aiden Markram and David Bedingham anchoring South Africa’s historic chase with resilience and determination. Their composed partnership under pressure has shifted the momentum firmly in the Proteas’ favor. As Australia burns through all its reviews and struggles to find breakthroughs, the game has tilted dramatically. With just a few runs left for victory, South Africa stands on the brink of one of the most iconic Test wins at the Home of Cricket. If they hold their nerve, this partnership could be remembered as a defining moment in their cricketing history.
