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South Africa announce playing XI for WTC Final vs Australia

Tuesday, 10-Jun-2025, 12:01 PM
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South Africa have named their playing XI for the blockbuster World Test Championship final against Australia, beginning Wednesday at the Lord's Cricket Ground. South African skipper Temba Bavuma announced a full-strength playing XI to face reigning champions Australia in the highly anticipated showdown.

South Africa’s batting will be led by experienced Aiden Markram, Ryan Rickelton, Wiaan Mulder, Temba Bavuma (c), and Tristan Stubbs. While their pace attack, featuring Marco Jansen and Lungi Ngidi, will be led by robust Kagiso Rabada. The spin department will be handled by the seasoned campaigner Keshav Maharaj

South Africa, who booked their ticket in the showpiece event with outstanding performances, will aim to secure the prestigious title. 

South Africa playing XI: Aiden Markram, Ryan Rickelton, Wiaan Mulder, Temba Bavuma (c), Tristan Stubbs, David Bedingham, Kyle Verrynne (wk), Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi

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