Best XI of WTC 2023-25 cycle: Temba Bavuma as captain, Yashasvi Jaiswal to open
Updated On: 14 June, 2025 09:03 PM IST | London | mid-day online correspondent
Under the leadership of Temba Bavuma, the Proteas not only ended a 27-year ICC trophy drought but also cemented their status as the third champions in the WTC’s short yet illustrious history
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Temba Bavuma, Yashasvi Jaiswal (Pic: AFP)
South Africa on Saturday secured their maiden World Test Championship (WTC) title with a thrilling five-wicket win over Australia. Under the leadership of Temba Bavuma, the Proteas not only ended a 27-year ICC trophy drought but also cemented their status as the third champions in the WTC’s short yet illustrious history. Let us take a look at the best playing XI from the WTC 2023-25 cycle:
Openers: Yashasvi Jaiswal and Ryan Rickelton
India’s Yashasvi Jaiswal was a revelation at the top of the order throughout the cycle. The elegant left-hander amassed 1,798 runs in 19 Tests at an average of 52.88.
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