South Africa eyes historic WTC final win: can they shed their choke tag?

With the WTC final at Lord’s possibly ending in just three days, South Africa’s dominant bowling and dramatic Australian collapse set the stage for a landmark victory. Batting coach Ashwell Prince emphasizes the win’s significance in breaking South Africa’s long-standing knockout match struggles.

Sources:
The Economic TimesBbc
Updated 1h ago
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The Headline

South Africa leads rapid WTC final; historic shortest match possible

Victory for South Africa in the World Test Championship final would be 'massive for the country' as they bid to shed their tag as professional sport's serial bottlers.
Ashwell Prince
South Africa batting coach
Bbc
Key Facts
  • The third edition of the World Test Championship final at Lord’s is progressing at a lightning pace with over 28 wickets falling in just six sessions, suggesting a result well before the scheduled fifth day or reserve day.The Economic Times
  • Australia’s second innings collapsed dramatically to 73/7, with South Africa’s Kagiso Rabada taking 3 wickets for 44 runs and Lungi Ngidi also claiming 3 wickets for 35 runs.The Economic Times
  • If the current trend continues, this WTC final could become the shortest ever played, finishing inside just three days, a historic first for the tournament.The Economic Times
  • South Africa aims to overcome their history of losing knockout matches in professional sport, with this potential victory seen as a major breakthrough for the country.Bbc
Key Stats at a Glance
Number of wickets fallen in the current WTC final
28wickets
The Economic Times
Number of sessions elapsed in current WTC final
6sessions
The Economic Times
Australia's second innings score at collapse
73/7
The Economic Times
Kagiso Rabada wickets and runs conceded
3/44
The Economic Times
Lungi Ngidi wickets and runs conceded
3/35
The Economic Times
Potential shortest duration of current WTC final
3days
The Economic Times

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Background Context

Past WTC finals lasted full duration with New Zealand and Australia wins

Key Facts
  • The inaugural World Test Championship final held in Southampton lasted six days, including a reserve day, with New Zealand defeating India by eight wickets.The Economic Times
  • The second WTC final also went the full five days, with Australia securing a commanding 209-run victory over India.The Economic Times
Key Stats at a Glance
Duration of inaugural WTC final
6days
The Economic Times
New Zealand's victory margin in inaugural WTC final
8wickets
The Economic Times
Duration of second WTC final
5days
The Economic Times
Australia's victory margin in second WTC final
209runs
The Economic Times
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