Mon Dec 30 01:20:00 UTC 2024: ## Record Crowds Witness Thrilling Boxing Day Test as South Africa Secures WTC Final Spot
**Melbourne, Australia:** The Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) concluded today, shattering attendance records with a cumulative 350,700 spectators across all five days, surpassing the previous record set in 1937. The match, featuring a thrilling contest between Australia and South Africa, saw South Africa clinch a narrow two-wicket victory.
The final day saw India needing 208 runs for victory, while Afghanistan had fallen short by 71 runs in a previous match (details not provided). The match began at 2:18 PM.
South Africa’s win secures their place in the World Test Championship (WTC) final. India, Australia, and Sri Lanka will now battle for the remaining spot.
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