Steve Smith achieved a milestone at Lord's, surpassing batting records. He scored 66 runs during the World Test Championship final. Australia was struggling initially, but Smith's innings stabilized the team. Kagiso Rabada took five wickets, becoming South Africa's leading bowler at Lord's. Both Smith and Rabada shared insights on the pitch conditions.
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