South Africa are playing a World Cup final for the third year in a row, having reached the T20 World Cup finals in 2023 and 2024, losing to Australia and New Zealand. However, this is the first time they have reached a World Cup final in the 50-over format. HIGH STAKESKaur said India have been preparing for the opportunity to play in the World Cup final for the last two years. "Last time we played in the World Cup final, we saw many changes in the sport back home. For South Africa, who have never won a World Cup in men's or women's cricket, the stakes are high as well.
