Aiden Markram delivered a memorable performance for South Africa on Day 3 of the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) Final 2025 against Australia at the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground. With the Proteas chasing a stiff target of 282, Markram displayed grit and finesse to notch up his 8th Test hundred, anchoring the innings with composure and class. He reached the milestone in 156 deliveries, laced with 11 boundaries, remaining unbeaten at 102 when stumps were called.
South Africa closed Day 3 at 213 for 2, just 69 runs away from clinching their maiden WTC title. Skipper Temba Bavuma provided vital support at the other end, remaining not out on 65. The duo’s unbeaten partnership has turned the tide of the match, particularly after 28 wickets fell across the first two days, casting doubts over South Africa’s ability to handle the formidable Australian bowling attack.
Despite being pitted against a world-class pace unit comprising Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, Pat Cummins, and the spin threat of Nathan Lyon, Markram remained unfazed. He rose to the occasion when it mattered most, defying critics and energizing the Proteas with a knock that is now being hailed as one of the finest in WTC history.
Former players such as Michael Vaughan and Dale Steyn were among those who applauded Markram’s century on social media, praising his temperament and shot selection under pressure. Markram’s century was not just a personal milestone but a symbolic moment for South Africa, who are on the cusp of rewriting their cricketing legacy with a potential WTC title win.
With just a handful of runs needed on Day 4, South African fans worldwide wait with bated breath as Markram and Bavuma aim to steer the nation to a historic triumph in the ultimate test of champions.
