South Africa Defeats Pakistan, Reaches WTC Final

South Africa secured their spot in the World Test Championship final for 2023-25 by defeating Pakistan by two wickets in a thrilling first Test at Centurion. Fast bowlers Kagiso Rabada and Marco Jansen emerged as unlikely batting heroes, forming an unbeaten partnership of 51 runs to guide South Africa to victory after a dramatic collapse left them at 99 for 8. Pakistan's Mohammad Abbas was instrumental in the match, taking six wickets, including the crucial dismissal of South African captain Temba Bavuma, who was controversially given out. The match, which saw South Africa chasing a modest target of 148, showcased a tense finish akin to a Twenty20 game. With this win, South Africa became the first team to qualify for the WTC final, while only one of Australia or India can join them, depending on the outcomes of their upcoming matches.