Aiden Markram's Historic Century at Lord's in WTC Final

Aiden Markram made history at Lord's by scoring a remarkable century in the World Test Championship Final 2025 against Australia. This achievement not only marked his eighth Test century but also made him the third player to score a century in a WTC Final. After a disappointing first innings, Markram's stellar performance helped South Africa inch closer to their first ICC trophy in 27 years. His century earned him a place on the prestigious Lord's Honours Board, showcasing his skill and determination. The crowd's standing ovation highlighted the significance of his achievement in this crucial match.
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Aiden Markram's Historic Century at Lord's in WTC Final

Markram's Remarkable Achievement

On Friday, Aiden Markram made history at Lord's by scoring a brilliant century during the World Test Championship Final 2025 against Australia. This marked his eighth Test century, making him the third player ever to achieve a century in a WTC Final, following in the footsteps of Steve Smith and Travis Head, who accomplished this feat in 2023 against India.


Crucial Role in South Africa's Chase

Facing a target of 282 runs to secure their first ICC trophy in 27 years, Markram had a significant task ahead. After a disappointing duck in the first innings, he made a stunning comeback in the second. His century helped South Africa reach 213/2 by the end of Day 3, leaving them just 69 runs shy of victory.


Markram's Maiden Century at Lord's

This century was not only Markram's first at Lord's but also his first in England. He spent over four hours at the crease, showcasing a perfect blend of patience and smart shot selection. His performance earned him a spot on the prestigious Lord's Honours Board, a dream for any cricketer. With this achievement, he became the 13th South African player to be honored on the Lord's board.


South African Centurions at Lord's

Player Vs No. of Centuries
Hashim Amla England 2
Graeme Smith England 2
Bob Catterall England 1
Gary Kirsten England 1
Neil McKenzie England 1
Roy McLean England 1
Aiden Markram Australia 1
Alan Melville England 1
Bruce Mitchell England 1
Ashwell Prince England 1
Jonty Rhodes England 1
Percy Sherwell England 1
Kepler Wessels England 1


Markram's Fourth Innings Performance

At 30 years old, Markram now boasts three centuries in the fourth innings of Test matches, tying him for the second-most by an opener, just behind legends Sunil Gavaskar and Graeme Smith, who each have four. Additionally, he has three Test centuries against Australia, highlighting his affinity for playing against this rival.


A Standing Ovation

Once considered a rising star for South Africa, Markram delivered an exceptional performance in one of the most significant matches of his career. The crowd at Lord's honored him with a standing ovation, a testament to the extraordinary nature of his century.


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