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South Africa beat Australia in WTC final to net first major title

Kagiso Rabada of South Africa celebrates with the trophy after winning the final during Day Four of the ICC World Test Championship, final match between South Africa and Australia at Lords Cricket Ground [Paul Harding/Gallo Images/Getty Images]

South Africa have secured their first major title by beating defending champions Australia by five wickets in the final of the World Test Championship at Lord’s Cricket Ground in London.

The Proteas knocked off the remaining 29 runs they needed before lunch on Saturday – sealing the win with more than a day and a half to spare, and sparking emotional celebrations in front of a packed crowd.

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