South Africa Seeks Victory in World Test Championship Final to Overcome Underperformance Label
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Summary
South Africa aims to win the World Test Championship final to overcome their reputation as underperformers in professional sports. The team, led by Aiden Markram and Temba Bavuma, is close to victory against Australia at Lord's.
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South Africa opener Aiden Markram will resume unbeaten on 102 alongside skipper Temba Bavuma, who is 65 not out, after the pair spearheaded a dominant batting display on Friday.
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