On Day 4 at Lord’s, South Africa edged tantalizingly close to their first-ever World Test Championship triumph, needing just 69 runs with eight wickets in hand against defending champions Australia .

Aiden Markram anchored the chase with a clinical unbeaten *century (102)**, while skipper Temba Bavuma battled a hamstring injury to contribute a crucial 65* . Their 143‑run partnership in the fourth innings ranks among the highest by a visiting duo at the iconic venue .

Australia's bowlers, led by Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, and Nathan Lyon, toiled under pressure but failed to deliver a breakthrough in the morning - and fatigue began to show.

With one session left, South Africa stands on the cusp of making history, finally shedding their 'chokers' tag and lifting the WTC mace for the first time.