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How to watch post-match reaction of the World Test Championship Final 2025 cricket on ICC TV (It's free), South Africa are World Test Champions

Aiden Markram and Temba Bavuma have led their team to 69 runs from victory - can South Africa seal their first major cricket trophy. Here's how to watch post-match action for FREE.

Tom’s Guide · Jun 12, 2025

Shaka iLembe: finally, a TV series on the Zulu king that’s true to language and culture

Shaka Zulu is one of the most storied figures in South African history. Believed to have been born around 1787, the man also known as uShaka kaSenzangakhona is regarded as the founder of the country’s Zulu nation.

The Conversation · Jun 12, 2025

South Africa v Australia: World Test Championship final cricket, day two – as it happened

For the second day in a row, ball dominated bast as 14 wickets fell with Australia holding a nervy lead of 218.

The Guardian - UK · Jun 12, 2025

WTC final: Australia-South Africa – Rabada rebounds with five-for

South Africa’s Kagiso Rabada comes back from suspension to take five Australia wickets in World Test Championship final.

Al Jazeera · Jun 11, 2025

Kagiso Rabada blows clouds away with World Test Championship final fireworks

Teammates say he is the world’s best bowler and judging by his first-day display against Australia he is not far off

The Guardian - UK · Jun 11, 2025

Starc leads Australia fightback after Rabada stars for South Africa on day one of WTC final

Kagiso Rabada took five for 51 as South Africa bowled out Australia for 212 at Lord’s but then struggled to 43 for four on day one of the World Test Championship final at Lord’s

The Guardian - UK · Jun 11, 2025

Kagiso Rabada lets his bowling do the talking – but Australian seamers have telling say

South Africa (43/4) trail Australia (212) by 169 runs: Back from a drugs ban, Rabada starred with a five-for on the opening day of the World Test Championship final before Australia exposed their batting frailties

The Independent UK · Jun 11, 2025

Lawrence Okolie confirmed for Oleksandr Usyk vs Daniel Dubois undercard in second heavyweight fight

Former cruiserweight and bridgerweight world champion takes on South African Kevin Lerena, a former opponent of Dubois’

Evening Standard · Jun 11, 2025

At least 49 people have died in flooding in South Africa, officials say

Officials say at least 49 people have died in flooding in South Africa’s Eastern Cape province

The Independent UK · Jun 11, 2025

What students eat: I conducted a survey at a South African university’s cafes – the results are scary

University students have limited spending money and their schedules are packed. Many are adapting to new lifestyles on campus. Eating a healthy diet is crucial: a poor diet leads to reduced concentration, lower grades and increased stress.

The Conversation · Jun 11, 2025