Get ready for a thrilling encounter as the ICC World Test Championship Final 2025 kicks off at Lord’s Cricket Ground in London from June 11-15. This year’s final holds special significance as it’s the first time the iconic venue will host the WTC decider. Defending champions Australia, currently the top-ranked Test team, will face a formidable challenge from a revitalized South African squad. A reserve day is scheduled for June 16, just in case.
Pat Cummins leads the charge for Australia, who are fresh off their 2023 WTC Final victory against India. Their path to the final was marked by dominant series wins against cricketing powerhouses like Pakistan, New Zealand, and India, demonstrating their strong batting lineup and potent bowling attack. Their squad features seasoned campaigners such as Steve Smith, Marnus Labuschagne and Mitchell Starc. The return of pace spearheads Cummins and Josh Hazlewood from injury further bolsters their bowling arsenal, making them a well-rounded and dangerous side.
Under the captaincy of Temba Bavuma, South Africa are making their inaugural appearance in the WTC Final. Their consistent performance throughout the championship saw them secure crucial home series victories over Pakistan, Sri Lank, and Bangladesh. The Proteas bring a blend of youthful talent and experienced players, with key contributors like Kagiso Rabada, Aiden Markram and Marco Jansen. South Africa will undoubtedly be highly motivated, looking to end their two-decade-long wait for an ICC trophy.
This final promises to be a captivating contest between two of Test cricket’s premier teams.
WTC Final 2025, SA v AUS: Match details
Dates: June 11–15, 2025 (Reserve Day: June 16)Venue: Lord’s, LondonStart Time: 3:00 pm IST/ 9:30 am GMT/ 10:30 am Local
Squads
South Africa: Tony de Zorzi, Ryan Rickelton, Aiden Markram, Temba Bavuma (c), David Bedingham, Tristan Stubbs, Kyle Verreynne, Wiaan Mulder, Marco Jansen, Corbin Bosch, Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi, Dane Paterson, Keshav Maharaj, Senuran Muthusamy
Australia: Usman Khawaja, Sam Konstas, Marnus Labuschagne, Steve Smith, Travis Head, Alex Carey, Josh Inglis, Cameron Green, Beau Webster, Pat Cummins (c), Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, Scott Boland, Nathan Lyon, Matt Kuhnemann Travelling reserve: Brendan Doggett
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Broadcast & Live streaming details
India: Star Sports & JioHotstarAustralia: Amazon Prime VideoSouth Africa: SuperSport TVUK: Sky Sports CricketUSA & Canada: Willow TV [Sign up here]New Zealand: Sky Sport NetworkMiddle East & North Africa: TSM via Nagorik TV, e&Pakistan: PTV and Ten SportsCaribbean & South America: ESPN Caribbean and ESPN Play Caribbean [Sign up here]Afghanistan: Ariana TelevisionSri Lanka: Maharaja TVSingapore: StarHubMalaysia: AstroHong Kong: PCCWPacific Islands: PNG DigicelRest of the World: ICC.tv
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