Another World Cup, one other failure for Temba Bavuma and the Proteas.
Per week in the past, South Africa appeared set to problem India for a high spot in the round-robin stage however a heavy defeat towards India introduced doubt to many relating to Proteas’ World Cup credentials.
A complete win towards Afghanistan noticed Bavuma’s males end second forward of Australia due to a wholesome run charge.
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Thursday’s defeat in Kolkata was anticipated given Australia’s report however many felt if SA received the toss, and selected to bat, they may set a difficult whole for the Aussies.
Fans blame Temba Bavuma for Proteas’ World Cup exit
Bavuma received the toss and elected to bat nonetheless, 4 balls later, he was dismissed for a duck.
After Quinton de Kock and Rassie van der Dussen had been dismissed in fast succession, many had been anticipating one other batting collapse. David Miller’s hundred noticed the Proteas attain 212 however on batting pitch, that was by no means going to be sufficient.
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Australia ultimately received by three wickets regardless of a late scare.
After the defeat, native cricket fans known as for Bavuma to step down as Proteas captain.
“They wanted Bavuma to be the Siya Kolisi of cricket and it back fired. I’m out. It’s India vs Aus for the final. They cooked us,” stated @Fifi_Feels on X(previously Twitter).
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“If anything, I hope this World Cup shows everyone that Temba Bavuma is not Siya Kolisi,” stated @Luke_du_Toit
Another World Cup, standard story for the Proteas. Their incapability to play below strain value them towards an Australian crew that confirmed vulnerability in the finish.
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