Edgbaston ashes test

ICC World Test Championship Final: Australia bowling coach Daniel Vettori believes the only way back into the ICC World Test Championship Final 2025 lies in breaking South Africa’s resolute third-wicket stand between Aiden Markram and Temba Bavuma.

Speaking after Day 3 at Lord’s, Vettori acknowledged the formidable challenge ahead of Australia, who trail by just 69 runs but have only managed two wickets while the Proteas march steadily toward a historic Test title.

“We understand the main task, 8/70 is incredibly tricky, and conditions wouldn’t have to go our way, but I think with the nature of where the ball is at and the surface, it’s a difficult task,” Vettori said.