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Defending champions Australia clash with "underachieving" South Africa in WTC final!

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The ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final begins June 11 at Lord's, pitting defending champion Australia against a South Africa side often dismissed as "perennial underachievers".

Australia, riding high after edging out India in the Border–Gavaskar Trophy and remaining unbeaten in this WTC cycle, are the clear favorites. Their well-rounded squad - featuring Pat Cummins, Steve Smith (who emphasises spin as a key factor at Lords), and a potent pace-spin attack - brings experience and confidence .

Conversely, South Africa make their maiden WTC final appearance, entering with a strong bowling unit (Rabada, Jansen, Maharaj) and a batting lineup proving its mettle under pressure despite some inexperience . Head coach Shukri Conrad has urged critics to focus on their path of victories against Bangladesh, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and West Indies - insisting that finals are for winners, regardless of opponents .

 What to Watch:

  • Pitch & Conditions: A traditionally dry Lord's wicket is expected to favour spin and reverse swing - two key areas where Australia excels.

  • Momentum Shift: Will South Africa's "quiet confidence" and pace firepower offset Australia's batting depth and championship pedigree?

What some call a predictable result may well become a captivating contest under the timeless sky of Lord's. Both sides have everything to prove - Australia to defend their title, South Africa to finally shed the underachiever tag.

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