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Temba Bavuma Lifts The Mace Like A King As WTC Winner South Africa Arrives Home In Style

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Temba Bavuma with the WTC mace [Source: @SuperSportTV/x.com]Temba Bavuma with the WTC mace [Source: @SuperSportTV/x.com]

South Africa’s long wait for cricketing glory is finally ove, and what a welcome it was. On Wednesday, the triumphant Proteas touched down at O. R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg, fresh off their historic World Test Championship (WTC) win over Australia at Lord’s.

Temba Bavuma Lifts The Mace High As Proteas Return Home To A Hero’s Welcome

Led by skipper Temba Bavuma, who walked out holding the WTC mace high and proud, the boys in green and gold were met with applause, cheers and pure emotion.

Bavuma, the man of the hour, didn’t just lead from the front on the field, he brought that same energy home. Walking with swagger, the South African skipper held the mace like a badge of honour. The rest of the squad followed behind him, a few holding the South African flags, others waving to fans, soaking in every bit of the moment.

Their five-wicket win over Australia in the WTC final was a moment for the history books. With Aiden Markram’s masterclass 136 and Bavuma’s gritty 66 playing through pain, the Proteas etched their name in gold at the Home of Cricket. And now, they have brought that magic back to home soil.

Fans Invited To Join The Celebrations

Not ones to celebrate behind closed doors, Cricket South Africa has opened the gates for the people to be part of this momentous occasion as reported . An open victory celebration is scheduled in Sandton City and fans have been urged to show up in numbers.

Here is what’s in store:

  • A meet-and-greet with the Proteas squad
  • A chance to get up close to the WTC mace
  • Exclusive WTC Champion shirts for the first 100 fans
  • Surprise giveaways throughout the event
  • And a once-in-a-lifetime chance for one lucky fan to join the Proteas on stage for a champion’s photo op

After years of heartbreak and near-misses, Bavuma’s brigade has finally crossed the line. And they are not keeping it to themselves. They are sharing it, celebrating it and soaking in every ounce of love from the people who have backed them through thick and thin.