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WTC final: Australia have crafted mental dents in SA's setup by keeping them long on field, says Ban

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WTC Final: Australia Have Crafted Mental Dents In SA's Setup By Keeping Them Long On Field, Says Bangar

By IANS News June 13, 2025 • 20:15 PM View: 440

Mitchell Starc’s composed half-century and a gutsy 59-run last-wicket stand with Josh Hazlewood have left South Africa chasing a psychologically daunting target of 282 in the ICC World Test Championship Final at Lord’s in London. on Friday

While Starc’s unbeaten 58 was pivotal in pushing Australia to 207 in their second innings, it was the sheer defiance of the final-wicket pair that truly turned the tide, frustrating South Africa and shifting the mental balance.

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