The World Test Championship final features a familiar South African lineup with Wiaan Mulder returning to first drop and Lungi Ngidi strengthening the pace attack along with Kagiso Rabada. Australia, on the other hand, sees Marnus Labuschagne opening for the first time alongside Cameron Green, who is returning from back surgery at No. 3. A selection dilemma is highlighted as Josh Hazlewood is chosen over Scott Boland in their pace attack. The match at Lord's promises excitement despite the ongoing debate about the championship's significance.
South Africa's lineup sees all-rounder Wiaan Mulder return to first drop, while Lungi Ngidi strengthens the pace attack alongside Rabada and Jansen.
Australia's lineup confirms Marnus Labuschagne as an opener for the first time; Cameron Green returns at No 3 after a year out due to back surgery.
Australia faced a selection dilemma with Hazlewood favored over Boland, marking a strategic shift since their last meeting with India in the WTC final.
Despite the ICC's World Test Championship final lacking the prestige of other tournaments, anticipation builds as Australia and South Africa meet at Lord's.
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