Kagiso Rabada Takes 5 Wickets to Bundle Australia for 212 at WTC Final, Lord's

Kagiso Rabada showcased his elite fast bowling skills on Day 1 of the 2025 World Test Championship final at Lord's, leading South Africa to dismiss Australia for a modest 212. South African captain Temba Bavuma's decision to bowl first in overcast conditions paid off as Rabada took a remarkable 5 for 51, including key wickets such as Usman Khawaja, Cameron Green, Pat Cummins, Beau Webster, and Mitchell Starc, helping South Africa gain early control. Rabada became only the second bowler to take a five-wicket haul in a WTC final, joining New Zealand's Kyle Jamieson from 2021, and also surpassed Allan Donald to become South Africa's fourth-highest Test wicket-taker. His performance was particularly notable given his recent suspension during the IPL due to drug use, which had raised questions about his form and focus. Fellow pacer Marco Jansen supported Rabada well with three wickets, while a brief humorous moment occurred when Rabada's trousers nearly fell down during a diving fielding attempt. South Africa aims to secure their first major cricket trophy since 1998, while the top-ranked Australians, defending WTC champions, seek to add to their white-ball success.