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News18
07-06-2025
- Sport
- News18
Moody Believes AUS Have Edge Over SA In WTC Final: 'That Winning Mentality...'
Last Updated: Tom Moody believes Australia excels in high-stakes matches, giving them an edge in the World Test Championship final against South Africa on June 11 at Lord's. Former Australian cricketer Tom Moody asserts that over the years, Australia has consistently excelled in high-stakes matches, elevating their game ahead of the upcoming World Test Championship (WTC) final against South Africa. The match between South Africa and Australia, vying for the ICC's prestigious mace, will commence on June 11 at Lord's. South Africa is striving to secure their first ICC trophy in over two decades, while Pat Cummins-led Australia aims to retain the mace they won after defeating India in the previous WTC final at the Oval in June 2023. Moody remarked on Star Sports, 'The Australians have built that reputation through consistent success in major tournaments. When it comes to ICC events, Australia somehow elevates their game to another level as a team. They genuinely embrace the challenges of tournament cricket and thrive under the pressure of these high-stakes matches. 'It's also about confidence. Historically, many of their players have won multiple ICC tournaments, and they've grown up watching previous generations achieve the same success. That winning mentality is ingrained in them." In the past two years, the Proteas have enjoyed an impressive run in ICC events. They reached the ICC Men's World Cup semi-final, the ICC Champions Trophy semi-final, the ICC Men's T20 World Cup final, and now the ICC WTC final. Moody believes Australia has a slight edge over South Africa due to their greater experience in high-pressure situations. 'You need to trust your instincts and ensure you block out the negativity of not having played Test cricket for several months or suddenly playing in England with completely different conditions. That's the essence and beauty of Test cricket: the ability to adapt and respond as needed. Both teams are likely aware of this, but I think Australia has a slight advantage due to their experience in more big matches compared to South Africa in recent years," he commented. (with IANS sources) About the Author Cricketnext Staff First Published: June 07, 2025, 14:41 IST
Hans India
07-06-2025
- Sport
- Hans India
Moody believes Australia hold advantage in WTC final, says ‘winning mentality is ingrained in them'
New Delhi: Former Australia cricket Tom Moody believes that over generations, Australia have thrived under the pressure of high stakes matches and have elevated the game to another level over the years ahead of their World test Championship (WTC) final against South Africa. South Africa and Australia will be playing for the ICC's coveted mace, from June 11 at the Lord's. South Africa are aiming for their first ICC trophy in over two decades while Pat Cummins-led Australia will be looking to retain the mace that they claimed after defeating India in the previous edition of the WTC final at the Oval in June 2023. 'The Australians have built that reputation through consistent success in major tournaments. When it comes to ICC events, Australia somehow elevates their game to another level as a team. They genuinely embrace the challenges of tournament cricket and thrive under the pressure of these high-stakes matches. "It's also about confidence. Historically, many of their players have won multiple ICC tournaments, and they've grown up watching previous generations achieve the same success. That winning mentality is ingrained in them,' Moody said on Star Sports. The Proteas have enjoyed a golden run of ICC event form over the past two years. They reached the ICC Men's World Cup semi-final, the ICC Champions Trophy semi-final, the ICC Men's T20 World Cup final and now the ICC WTC final. Moody believes that Australia hold a slight advantage over South Africa purely on the basis of having more experience in such high-pressure situations. 'You need to trust your instincts and make sure that you sort of cut out the negativity of the fact that you haven't played Test cricket for several months, or you're suddenly turning up in England and you've got completely different conditions. That's the nature of Test cricket, and that's the beauty of Test cricket, being able to adapt and evolve on the move to be able to respond when you need to. So, I think both teams will be very aware of that. I think Australia has got a slight advantage purely because they've played more big matches than South Africa have over recent years,' he added.
Time of India
07-06-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Australia vs South Africa, WTC Final: Tom Moody predicts winner, says 'winning mentality is ingrained in them'
Pat Cummins of Australia (Photo by) NEW DELHI: Tom Moody , the former Australian cricketer, asserts that Australia's success in high-stakes matches has been consistent across generations, demonstrating exceptional performance levels ahead of their World Test Championship (WTC) final against South Africa. The ICC's prestigious mace will be contested between South Africa and Australia from June 11 at Lord's. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! Whilst South Africa seeks their first ICC silverware in more than 20 years, Australia, under Pat Cummins ' leadership, aims to maintain possession of the mace they secured by defeating India in the previous WTC final at the Oval in June 2023. "The Australians have built that reputation through consistent success in major tournaments. When it comes to ICC events, Australia somehow elevates their game to another level as a team. They genuinely embrace the challenges of tournament cricket and thrive under the pressure of these high-stakes matches. Gautam Gambhir sends stern message after Bengaluru tragedy "It's also about confidence. Historically, many of their players have won multiple ICC tournaments, and they've grown up watching previous generations achieve the same success. That winning mentality is ingrained in them," Moody commented on Star Sports. The Proteas have demonstrated excellent form in ICC events over the past two years, reaching the semi-finals of both the ICC Men's World Cup and ICC Champions Trophy, the final of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, and now qualifying for the ICC WTC final. According to Moody, Australia possesses a marginal advantage over South Africa, primarily due to their extensive experience in high-pressure encounters. "You need to trust your instincts and make sure that you sort of cut out the negativity of the fact that you haven't played Test cricket for several months, or you're suddenly turning up in England and you've got completely different conditions. That's the nature of Test cricket, and that's the beauty of Test cricket, being able to adapt and evolve on the move to be able to respond when you need to. So, I think both teams will be very aware of that. I think Australia has got a slight advantage purely because they've played more big matches than South Africa have over recent years," he concluded.
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India.com
06-06-2025
- Sport
- India.com
Big-Hearted Guys Who Have...: AB de Villiers Opens Up On South Africas Chances In WTC Final Against Australia
South Africa great AB de Villiers is quietly confident of his country's chances in the final of the 2025 World Test Championship against Australia, the defending champions and No.1 ranked side in the format. South Africa and Australia will cross swords in a crucial match on June 11 at the Lord's in London to decide who takes the ICC's coveted mace. South Africa are aiming for their first ICC trophy in over two decades, while Pat Cummins-led Australia will be looking to retain the mace that they claimed after defeating India in the previous edition of the WTC final at the Oval in June 2023. 'This is a massive moment for South African cricket—a final at the Lord's. The entire nation will be behind our team, and hopefully, we can cross the line. 'I'm excited for the challenge. It's a well-balanced side, and I'm quietly confident we can upset Australia—I say 'upset' because they're clearly the favourites for this ICC World Test Championship Final,' said de Villiers to Star Sports. The Proteas have enjoyed a golden run of form in ICC events over the past two years. They reached the ICC Men's World Cup semifinal, the ICC Champions Trophy semifinal, the ICC Men's T20 World Cup final, and now the ICC WTC final. The former power-hitter admitted that the Aussies are a 'well-oiled machine' but believes the Proteas enter the clash in form and with something to prove. 'Australia are a very experienced, well-oiled machine of a team. It won't be easy for South Africa. But I'm quietly confident because we're going there with many in-form players and big-hearted guys who have something to prove on this stage.' Former Australia batter Aaron Finch also analysed the matchup and pointed out that both teams have a highly experienced bowling attack, and the game will ultimately come down to who settles under the conditions quicker. "Certainly, there's a challenge with teams lacking extensive Test cricket preparation. But overall, both squads—particularly their bowling attacks—are highly experienced. In many ways, coming in fresh could benefit both sides. Ultimately, it may come down to which team settles quicker in the Test match,' said Finch to Star Sports.
NDTV
06-06-2025
- Sport
- NDTV
AB De Villiers "Quietly Confident" On South Africa's Chances In WTC Final vs Australia
South Africa great AB de Villiers is quietly confident of his country's chances in the final of the 2025 World Test Championship against Australia, the defending champions and No.1 ranked side in the format. South Africa and Australia will cross swords in a crucial match on June 11 at the Lord's in London to decide who takes the ICC's coveted mace. South Africa are aiming for their first ICC trophy in over two decades, while Pat Cummins-led Australia will be looking to retain the mace that they claimed after defeating India in the previous edition of the WTC final at the Oval in June 2023. "This is a massive moment for South African cricket-a final at the Lord's. The entire nation will be behind our team, and hopefully, we can cross the line. "I'm excited for the challenge. It's a well-balanced side, and I'm quietly confident we can upset Australia-I say 'upset' because they're clearly the favourites for this ICC World Test Championship Final," said de Villiers to Star Sports. The Proteas have enjoyed a golden run of form in ICC events over the past two years. They reached the ICC Men's World Cup semifinal, the ICC Champions Trophy semifinal, the ICC Men's T20 World Cup final, and now the ICC WTC final. The former power-hitter admitted that the Aussies are a 'well-oiled machine' but believes the Proteas enter the clash in form and with something to prove. "Australia are a very experienced, well-oiled machine of a team. It won't be easy for South Africa. But I'm quietly confident because we're going there with many in-form players and big-hearted guys who have something to prove on this stage." Former Australia batter Aaron Finch also analysed the matchup and pointed out that both teams have a highly experienced bowling attack, and the game will ultimately come down to who settles under the conditions quicker. "Certainly, there's a challenge with teams lacking extensive Test cricket preparation. But overall, both squads-particularly their bowling attacks-are highly experienced. In many ways, coming in fresh could benefit both sides. Ultimately, it may come down to which team settles quicker in the Test match," said Finch to Star Sports. Listen to the latest songs, only on
