Lords, 15 June (H.S.): Social media buzzed with praise after South Africa's victory, led by ICC Hall of Famer AB de Villiers, who expressed his admiration from the stands. Sachin Tendulkar also recognized batters Aiden Markram and Temba Bavuma for their resilience in the Ultimate Test.

Former England bowler Stuart Broad’s consultancy was instrumental in the Proteas' success, as their bowlers claimed 17 of 20 wickets. Springboks captain Siya Kolisi, with ties to the cricket team and experience from Rugby World Cups, offered support to the team post-match. Faf du Plessis expressed delight upon waking up in the USA to news of the win.

Yuvraj Singh praised the Proteas for their grit in the tense match at Lord's. Players celebrated with the World Test Championship mace, showcasing their joy. Ian Bishop, from the media center, provided thoughtful commentary during the historic moment. An emotional Keshav Maharaj reflected on the significance of the win. ICC Chair Jay Shah presented the trophy, thanking Lord's for hosting the Ultimate Test.

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