While the Proteas clinched their first ICC trophy in 27 years, Australia lost their second ICC tournament men's final in the 21st century. Australia, who are known to be clinical in knockout games, have had a few slip-ups too.

Ricky Ponting lauded Aiden Markram's match-winning 136 in the ICC World Test Championship Final as comparable to iconic performances in other major title clashes. Markram's century propelled South Africa to victory,

Dale Steyn broke down in tears after South Africa’s historic WTC Final win over Australia, ending a 27-year ICC trophy drought. The emotional moment at Lord’s symbolized the nation’s redemption and Steyn’s unfulfilled dream finally being realized.

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The World Test Championship has faced criticism from many, not that Australia and South Africa will care as they prepare for the final.