Aiden Markram helps South Africa beat Australia in World Test Championship final
Set 282 to win, 70 more than had been scored in any of the first three innings at Lord's, Markram and captain Temba Bavuma put on 147 to break the back of the chase.
Bavuma fell early on Saturday morning for 66 and, though Markram was dismissed six runs short of the victory target, his 136 was the crucial innings and allowed David Bedingham and Kyle Verreynne to finish the job.
It ends a series of agonising near misses for the five-time World Cup semi-finalists and 2024 T20 World Cup runners-up and marks the Proteas' first global trophy since 1998, when they won the Wills International Cup – the precursor to the Champions Trophy – and the Commonwealth Games.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Belfast Telegraph
34 minutes ago
- Belfast Telegraph
Why Germany won't be Northern Ireland boss Michael O'Neill's main concern in World Cup qualifying campaign
In the last international camp, there was much talk about Northern Ireland's match in Germany, which is three days later, but it will be the opening World Cup qualifier away to Luxembourg that will set the tone for what lies ahead.
Belfast Telegraph
35 minutes ago
- Belfast Telegraph
Trai Hume reveals what Northern Ireland must do to make dream start in World Cup qualifying
Fresh from captaining Northern Ireland, Trai Hume believes September's crucial World Cup qualifiers are moments a young squad have to embrace and relish. Hume, newly promoted to the Premier League with Sunderland, proudly donned the armband for June's friendly double-header, a 2-1 defeat in Denmark and the 1-0 win over Iceland at Windsor Park, to bring a long, industrious 2024/25 season to a close.
Daily Mirror
an hour ago
- Daily Mirror
Emi Martinez 'green lights Man Utd transfer' as Aston Villa star eyes move
Manchester United continue to eye Emiliano Martinez and have opened talks with the Aston Villa goalkeeper, who faces an uncertain future after a tearful end to the season Aston Villa's Emi Martinez is keen on a move to Manchester United with talks reportedly ongoing over a move. The goalkeeper is facing an uncertain future with numerous parties interested in his services. The Argentine's career has flourished since he moved to Villa Park from Arsenal back in 2020. Martinez has helped Villa become a Champions League outfit whilst he's also earned a reputation as a penalty specialist. He was integral in Argentina's World Cup win back in 2022 and is viewed as one of Europe's elite goalkeepers. Now teams in the Saudi Pro League are interested in a move but a switch to Manchester could also be on the cards for the 32-year-old. According to ESPN Argentina United have now begun discussions with Martinez, who is open to joining Ruben Amorim's side. It is understood that a switch to Old Trafford is his favoured destination even if a move is not imminent. The Villa No 1 was sent-off in the final game of the Premier League season as his side were beaten by the Red Devils, which meant they ultimately missed out on a second successive year in the Champions League. Unai Emery remained non-committal over whether the player would remain. He said: 'I don't know. I don't know. He has a contract with us. We are very happy and we will see how the summer goes.' Asked if there have been discussions over Martinez leaving, Emery added: 'I don't know. You can ask him.' Martinez stoked the rumour mill as he appeared to wave farewell to supporters in his final game at Villa Park. He cut an emotional figure as he cried during his lap around the pitch with his team-mates. United goalkeeper Andre Onana has been unable to convince during his two years at the club. He was signed as David de Gea's replacement by Erik ten Hag but has continued to make errors and was eventually dropped by Amorim after a poor performance at Lyon. There has been interest from the Middle East in the former Ajax and Inter Milan goalkeeper and Onana has done little to quash the speculation as he told Actu Cameroun: "Will I leave? I don't know, we'll see!" Join our new WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Mirror Football content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.
