LONDON (AP) — South Africa won the World Test Championship against titleholder Australia by five wickets after knocking off the last 69 runs required on the fourth morning of the final on Saturday. The Proteas achieved their first major cricket title in 27 years, sparking celebrations at Lord’s.

South Africa beat Australia by five wickets in the World Test Championship final to end their long wait for a major global title.

I think tears won't even describe what we feel right now. It's just a privilege and honour to be able to lift the cup and the title, and to be a part of it. For everyone out here and everyone back home,