[WATCH] From Lords to Langa: Bavuma parades cricket’s crown in the Cape

Cricket pride filled the streets of Langa as Proteas captain Temba Bavuma paraded the ICC World Test Championship mace through his hometown. The historic moment marked an ‘emotional’ homecoming for Bavuma, the first Black African to captain South Africa’s Test team , now leading them to the pinnacle of world cricket.

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Proteas captain Temba Bavuma shows off the World Test Championship mace during the team's parade in Langa, Cape Town on 25 July 2025. Picture: Kayleen Morgan/EWN