South Africa ended Day 3 of the World Test Championship final at 213/2, needing just 69 more runs to secure their maiden WTC title and their first ICC trophy in 27 years. Aiden Markram scored an unbeaten century in the final innings. He finished the day with an unbeaten 102 runs, including 11 boundaries.
Following Markram's latest heroics, Kohli’s seven-year-old comment has resurfaced online and is being widely shared, with fans applauding his early recognition of Markram’s potential.
Aiden Markram is a delight to watch!
— Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) March 24, 2018Aiden Markram, Temba Bavuma Anchor Chase With 143-Run Stand
While defending a target of 282, Starc made an early impact with the ball, removing both South African openers. However, Aiden Markram and Temba Bavuma steadied the innings with an unbroken 143-run stand for the third wicket, leaving just 69 runs required for victory.
Aiden Markram Becomes First South African to Achieve This Milestone
Aiden Markram etched his name into the history books. He became the first player to score a second-innings century in a WTC final and only the third overall to notch a ton in the summit clash, following Steve Smith and Travis Head. They achieved the feat against India in the first innings of the 2023 final.
Highest Partnerships in WTC Finals (Second Innings):
PlayersRunsInningsTeamOpponentYearTemba Bavuma – Aiden Markram1434South AfricaAustralia2025Kane Williamson – Ross Taylor964New ZealandIndia2021Alex Carey – Mitchell Starc933AustraliaIndia2023Virat Kohli – Ajinkya Rahane864IndiaAustralia2023Marnus Labuschagne – Steve Smith623AustraliaIndia2023Also read: MCC bans 'bunny hop' catches in major boundary rule change; ICC set to integrate
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