Fans go wild as South Africa beat Pakistan in thrilling Boxing Day Test to secure WTC final berth
Centurion’s SuperSport Park was the epicenter of jubilation today south africa clinched a grinding two-wicket win Pakistan in the Boxing Day Test, securing his place in the World Trials Championship (WTC) 2023-25 end The match, characterized by tense moments and a rollercoaster of emotions, ended with the Proteas fans rejoicing, celebrating what could be the defining moment of their cricket calendar this year.
Kagiso Rabada and Marco Jansen have the nerve to seal the deal
The match came to a dramatic end, with South Africa needing 148 runs to win after Pakistan were bundled out for 237 in their second innings. The day started with South Africa at a precarious 27 for 3, but the start was not ideal either. They kept losing wickets at regular intervals and things started to go south as the Proteas were reduced to 99/8.
However, it was the ninth partnership between them Kagiso Rabadawho remained unbeaten in 31, i Marco Jansenwith 16 not out, that turned the tide. His 51-run stand was not just about the runs, but the grit and determination shown under pressure, which eventually led South Africa to victory on the fourth day of the match.
Mohammad Abbas: The lone warrior for the visitors
of Pakistan Mohammad Abbas was the standout bowler for the visitors, taking an impressive six wickets for 50 runs, bringing South Africa to their knees at 99 for 8. However, Abbas’ heroics were not enough as Rabada and Jansen combined to cruise through the remaining runs and ended up sealing it. the competition
Also WATCH: Mohammad Abbas clears Aiden Markram with a beauty on Day 4 of Boxing Day Test: SA vs PAK
Final WTC spot confirmed for Proteas
This victory not only marked South Africa’s ability to close the deal, but also their qualification for the WTC finals. In addition, the exciting victory again emphasized Temba Bavumathe leadership of, who has been excellent as South Africa’s Test captain. The result goes away India i Australia to fight for the remaining place in the championship final to be held at Lord’s, London in June 2025.
Here’s how fans reacted:
Let’s go gentlemen!
— Graeme Smith (@GraemeSmith49) December 29, 2024
I’m sure Marco Jansen and Rabada must be pumped up after this win, nothing like watching test matches like this👌
The confidence and morale boost a team can get after a win cannot be quantified.
Pakistan and Abbas should also be congratulated 🤝
What a test match 🔥🔥🔥… pic.twitter.com/bgpt4kMTJV
— Ashwin 🇮🇳 (@ashwinravi99) December 29, 2024
SOUTH AFRICA QUALIFIED FOR WTC FINAL…!!! 🇿🇦 pic.twitter.com/ZtHtgNxW6l
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) December 29, 2024
The Test World Cup system is flawed for South Africa to reach the finals by winning series against the West Indies (8th), Bangladesh (9th) and Sri Lanka (6th), but Test cricket is much better for have an imperfect WTC system than not. have one #SAvPAK
— Andrew Wu (@wutube) December 29, 2024
🚨 SOUTH AFRICA QUALIFIED FOR WTC 2025 FINAL 🚨
– Temba’s army has done it. pic.twitter.com/UlPhqZHXSJ
– John (@CricCrazyJohns) December 29, 2024
South Africa qualified for the WTC final.
Lord Bavuma and his army did it🔥 pic.twitter.com/6YifpKsbfj
— TukTuk Academy (@TukTuk_Academy) December 29, 2024
SOUTH AFRICA🇿🇦 REACHES ITS FIRST WTC FINAL. pic.twitter.com/IBEqnGjho3
— Kausthub Gudipati (@kaustats) December 29, 2024
South Africa vs Australia WTC 2025 Final at Lord’s
It’s happening guys 🤙
— Ritik (@smith___49) December 29, 2024
Congratulations SA for securing a place in the wtc final 👊🏻 pic.twitter.com/yHF1sBCXKI
— Viratnation (@AmanAtik18) December 29, 2024
South Africa in the WTC final. pic.twitter.com/cCzsvitFBH
— Megha 🇮🇳 (@IMeghaChavan) December 29, 2024
South Africa 🇿🇦 becomes first team to qualify for WTC 2025 finals 👏🏻
– South Africa beat Pakistan by 2 wickets to lead the series 1-0
👉🏻 IND / AUS / SL – Which team will join SA in the WTC 2025 final?🧐#PAKvSA #WTC25 pic.twitter.com/uNVX2oE75y
— Richard Kettleborough (@RichKettle07) December 29, 2024
Marco Jansen – 16* (24)
Kagiso Rabada – 31* (26)From 99 for 8 to 150 for 8 when the WTC final in the final – Take a bow South Africa 🥶#PAKvSA pic.twitter.com/XEQtFanq7Q
— Rahul Yadav (@Rahulyadav249) December 29, 2024
WTC FINAL South Africa 🇿🇦
— RTR (@natweetsnaistm) December 29, 2024
South Africa qualified for WTC final🇿🇦 pic.twitter.com/qxNuvfFDK9
— Ayyappan (@Ayyappan_1504) December 29, 2024
Also WATCH: Khurram Shahzad disposes of Tony de Zorzi with a beauty on Day 1 of Boxing Day Test: SA vs PAK