Johannesburg, June 19 -- South African skipper Temba Bavuma took to social media on Thursday to thank fans for a warm welcome back home after winning the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final.

Bavuma and the entire South African team received a heartwarming welcome for ages after brilliant performances from Bavuma, Aiden Markram, and Kagiso Rabada helped them beat Australia by five wickets in the ICC World Test Championship final at Lord's.

"Thank you South Africa, what a beautiful reception," posted Bavuma on Instagram.

The Proteas squad was welcomed by the country's sports minister, Gayton McKenzie and by the people from across South African society, according to ESPNcricinfo.Among those present were children from KFC's Mini Cricke...