Cummins Shines as WTC Final Nears Dramatic Finish

The 2025 ICC World Test Championship Final between Australia and South Africa at Lord’s has reached a tense stage, with bowlers dominating on a difficult pitch. Pat Cummins led Australia with a record six-wicket haul and his 300th Test wicket, helping secure a 74-run first-innings lead after dismissing South Africa for 138. Australia wobbled at 73/7 in their second innings before a vital 61-run stand between Alex Carey and Mitchell Starc extended their advantage to 218 runs by stumps on Day 2, and to 239 early on Day 3 as South Africa pressed for the last wickets. South African pacers, especially Kagiso Rabada and Lungi Ngidi, kept their side in contention with disciplined spells. Proteas supporters outnumbered Australians at Lord’s, creating a charged atmosphere, as both teams vie for the trophy. With only a few wickets remaining and a result likely within three days, South Africa aim for their first ICC trophy since 1998 while Australia seek a second consecutive WTC title.