South Africa's tailenders, Kagiso Rabada and Marco Jansen, held their nerve against Mohammad Abbas, sealing a thrilling two-wicket win that earned them a spot in the World Test Championship final.
Captain Temba Bavuma expressed joy over the victory, acknowledging that the team had not been as ruthless as they could be, yet they managed to find a way to secure the result.
Despite a shaky start to the WTC cycle, South Africa rebounded from a 1-1 draw against India and a 2-0 sweep in New Zealand, finding success against West Indies, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka.
Rabada's unbeaten performance and crucial partnership with Jansen, alongside the tension of Abbas's impressive bowling, highlighted the emotional rollercoaster leading to the victory, marking a significant moment for the team.
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