LONDON (AP) — South Africa won the World Test Championship against titleholder Australia by five wickets after knocking off the last 69 runs required on the fourth morning of the final on Saturday. The Proteas achieved their first major cricket title in 27 years, sparking celebrations at Lord’s.

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.

Aiden Markram’s magnificent unbeaten 102 helped South Africa edge closer to World Test Championship final triumph

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