During the ongoing World Test Championship final at Lord's, Aiden Markram delivered an impressive century, contributing significantly to South Africa's pursuit of victory against Australia. Together with Temba Bavuma, he formed a crucial partnership, bringing the team closer to their target of just 69 runs. Bavuma also reached his half-century, and with two days remaining in the match, the Proteas are in a strong position to clinch the win.

At just 30 years old, Virat Kohli has already cemented his status as a top-tier Test player. By this age, he had participated in 124 Test matches, amassing 6,316 runs. His ability to face 10,846 deliveries showcases his stamina and resilience at the crease. Kohli boasts an impressive batting average of 54.4 over 116 innings, reflecting his consistency in the longest format of the game. His strike rate of 58.2 indicates a balanced approach, allowing him to accelerate the game when necessary. With 243 boundaries and 19 sixes, he has crossed the fifty-run mark 24 times, solidifying his reputation as one of the finest Test batsmen in cricket history.

Aiden Markram has made a notable entry into Test cricket, having played 45 matches and 82 innings, with two not outs, accumulating 2,857 runs. His highest score stands at 152, and he maintains a batting average of 35.71, indicating a blend of solid starts and substantial innings. Markram has faced 4,803 balls, with a strike rate of 59.48, demonstrating his intent to score quickly once settled. He has achieved 7 centuries and 13 half-centuries, proving his capability to convert starts into significant contributions for South Africa.