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LONDON, ENGLAND – JUNE 14: Temba Bavuma of South Africa celebrates with the ICC World Test … More Championship Mace following his team’s victory on Day Four of the ICC World Test Championship Final between South Africa and Australia at Lord’s Cricket Ground on June 14, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Alex Davidson-ICC/ICC via Getty Images) ICC via Getty Images When Temba Bavuma lifted the ICC T20 World Cup trophy this year, the moment carried a meaning far beyond cricket. For South Africa, it ended a 26-year wait for an ICC title, igniting celebrations across a nation with a complicated sporting history. But for Bavuma, it was a reminder of something even greater. As South Africa’s first Black African cricket captain, Bavuma has always carried more than just the hopes of his teammates. He holds the dreams of communities who see themselves reflected in his journey, many for the first time. “It’s a responsibility I carry with pride,” he says. “Being the first Black African captain in a sport with such a complex history means I’m constantly aware of the space I occupy.” This sense of responsibility goes beyond leading his team on the field; it’s reflected in his partnership with DKMS Africa, where he works to raise awareness about blood cancers and the urgent need for stem cell donors in underrepresented communities. “Partnering with DKMS Africa aligns with that responsibility,” he shared in an interview with Forbes.com. “It’s about showing up for our communities in meaningful ways, especially in spaces where we are underrepresented, like healthcare.” For Bavuma, lifting trophies is just one part of his purpose. “Winning the ICC trophy was a proud moment for the team and the country,” he reflects. “But more than anything, it reminded me of the platform we have as athletes.” For…

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