Australia Stumbles Early in World Test Championship Final

Australia falters early against South Africa in the World Test Championship final, struggling at 29 for 2 wickets.

The World Test Championship final at Lord`s kicked off with a dramatic opening, as Australia faced a fierce onslaught from South Africa`s Kagiso Rabada. Winning the toss and opting to bowl first, South Africa struck early, leaving the Australian batting lineup reeling at just 29 runs for the loss of two wickets within the first hour.

Usman Khawaja`s dismissal for a duck sent shockwaves through the Australian camp, while Cameron Green could only muster 4 runs before being caught, leaving Marnus Labuschagne, who opened the innings, stranded on 17 runs. As the pressure mounted, Labuschagne sought to stabilize the innings alongside the experienced Steve Smith, who now carries the weight of the team`s hopes on his shoulders.

This match is pivotal for both teams: Australia is determined to defend their title, while South Africa is hungry for their first major trophy since 1998. The morning session commenced at 7:30 PM AEST, and fans can stay updated with live scores and detailed coverage on Fox Sports.

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