The ICC World Test Championship (WTC) Final 2025 has concluded, marking the end of an intense two-year cycle of Test cricket. The final showdown between South Africa and Australia took place at the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground in London from June 11 to June 15, 2025. South Africa emerged victorious, defeating Australia by five wickets, with Aiden Markram earning the Player of the Match award for his stellar performance.
Match Schedule and Venue
The WTC Final 2025 was held at Lord’s, London, a venue known for hosting historic cricketing battles. The match began at 10:30 AM local time (3:00 PM IST), with South Africa winning the toss and electing to bowl first. The game saw thrilling performances, including Australia’s first-innings total of 212 and South Africa’s chase of 282 runs, securing their maiden WTC title.
Where to Watch the WTC Final
Cricket fans worldwide tuned in to watch the Ultimate Test through various broadcasting platforms. The match was available on:
India – Star Sports & Jiostar
Australia – Amazon Prime Video
South Africa – SuperSport TV
UK – Sky Sports Cricket
USA & Canada – Willow TV and Willow TV app
Pakistan – PTV and Ten Sports
Sri Lanka – Maharaja TV
Middle East & North Africa – TSM via Nagorik TV, e&
Rest of the World – ICC.tv
Looking Ahead: WTC 2025-27 Cycle
With the 2023-25 WTC cycle now complete, the 2025-27 edition is set to begin on June 17, 2025, with Sri Lanka vs. Bangladesh in Galle. The new cycle will feature 71 matches across 27 series, with teams competing for a spot in the 2027 WTC Final at Lord’s.