Australia Reveals Playing XI for WTC Final Against South Africa
Australia's Squad Announcement
Captain Pat Cummins has announced the Australian team for the World Test Championship final, ensuring that each player will maintain their usual roles. Josh Hazlewood has been named as one of the primary fast bowlers, while Marnus Labuschagne will lead the batting order, and Beau Webster is positioned at number six. The final match against South Africa is scheduled to take place at Lord's on June 11, 2025.
WTC Final Lineup
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Khawaja, Labuschagne, Green, Smith, Head, Webster, Carey, Cummins (C), Starc, Lyon, Hazlewood. pic.twitter.com/YiZUUMk2IN
Aiming for Victory
Under Cummins' captaincy, Australia aims to defend their title from last year, while Temba Bavuma's South African team seeks their first championship win. The defending champions have finalized their lineup for the match, and due to the impressive form of other players, Sam Constas has not made the final cut.
Head-to-Head Record
Historically, Australia and South Africa have faced each other in Test cricket 101 times. Australia has emerged victorious in 54 of those encounters, while South Africa has won 26 times, with 21 matches ending in a draw. This record highlights Australia's dominance in their rivalry.
Australia's Playing XI
The Australian team for the final includes: Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, Cameron Green, Steve Smith, Travis Head, Beau Webster, Alex Carey (wicketkeeper), Pat Cummins (captain), Mitchell Starc, Nathan Lyon, and Josh Hazlewood.
South Africa's Playing XI
The South African lineup features: Temba Bavuma (captain), Aiden Markram, Ryan Rickelton, Wiaan Mulder, Tristan Stubbs, David Bedingham, Kyle Verrin, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, and Lungi Ngidi.