Rabada and Aussie Pacers Dominate WTC Final Day 1 with 14 Wickets

Rabada Shines Early – Kagiso Rabada claimed 5/51, placing his name on the Lord’s honours board for the second time.

Australia All Out for 212 – Despite starts from Smith and Webster, Australia collapsed, losing their last 5 wickets for just 20 runs.

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Unexpected Wicket – Aiden Markram surprisingly dismissed Steven Smith with his part-time spin.

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Quick Australian Comeback – Mitchell Starc struck in the first over of South Africa’s innings, starting a strong reply.

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SA in Deep Trouble – South Africa ended the day on 43/4, struggling against the pace trio of Starc, Cummins, and Hazlewood.

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Hazlewood’s Return – Hazlewood, returning from injury, bowled a stunning delivery to remove Stubbs.

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Smith’s Milestone at Lord’s – Steve Smith became the highest-scoring overseas batter at Lord’s and faced three different nations at the ground.

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Webster’s Lucky Fifty – Beau Webster survived multiple close calls to make a fighting half-century.

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Spin Breakthroughs – Markram and Maharaj both claimed key wickets using spin against an unsettled Australian middle-order.

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Fast-Paced Drama – All 14 wickets fell on Day 1, signaling a possible early result in the World Test Championship Final.

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MS Dhoni Inducted into ICC Hall of Fame Alongside Global Cricket Legends

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