Breetzke called up to South Africa test squad
JOHANNESBURG : Batsman Matthew Breetzke has received his first call-up to South Africa’s test squad for their two-match series in the West Indies next month, Cricket South Africa said on Monday.
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Devastated South Africa reflect on missed opportunity
South Africa's agonising seven-run loss to India in Saturday's Twenty20 World Cup final has only fired them up for future success as they reflect on a solid campaign in the tournament, says captain Aiden Markram.
'Thought It Was Chaseable': "Gutted" Aiden Markram After South Africa's Loss In T20 World Cup Final
"Gutted" and "hurt" after South Africa's heartbreak in the T20 World Cup final, skipper Aiden Markram was aware that they could have won the game against India while hunting down 177, which they felt was a "chasable total". South Africa stood so close to the trophy yet ended up so far. They had a sniff at lifting their World Cup trophy when the equation read 26 runs needed in the final four overs. With Heinrich Klaasen bossing the spinners and David Miller waiting to open his arms on the other end, victory seemed just moments away from South Africa's grasp.
How India Defeated South Africa In T20 World Cup 2024 Final - Five Turning Points
The Indian cricket team ended their 11-year wait for an ICC trophy after they defeated South Africa by seven runs in a thrilling T20 World Cup 2024 final at the Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, Barbados on June 29, 2024. India and South Africa named an unchanged playing XI after captain Rohit Sharma won the toss and opted to bat first. India got off to a flying start as openers Rohit and Virat Kohli added 23 runs before Keshav Maharaj removed the Indian captain (9) in the second over.
South Africa in a World Cup final? Aiden Markram and Kagiso Rabada have been here before
South Africa might be in uncharted territory when they take on serial contenders India in the T20 World Cup final in Barbados on Saturday.
IND vs SA LIVE Score, T20 World Cup 2024 Final: South Africa's Surprising Tactic Causes India Discomfort
T20 World Cup 2024 Final LIVE Updates: Quinton de Kock and Tristan Stubbs keep two-down South Africa going in the chase of 177 runs against India in the final match of T20 World Cup 2024 at Kensington Oval, Barbados. The Proteas promoted Stubbs to bat at the fourth spot, which seems to be troubling India. Jasprit Bumrah rattled Reeza Hendricks with a peach of a delivery before Arshdeep Singh got the better of Aiden Markram. Earlier, Virat Kohli anchored with a gritty 76 off 59 as India posted a total of 176 for 7 in 20 overs, which is the highest total by any team in the final of a men's T20 World Cup. India were reduced to 34 for 3 in 4.3 overs but a crucial 72-run stand between Kohli and Axar Patel bailed the team out of trouble. Axar fell for 47 off 31 while Kohli hit 76 off 59. Keshav Maharaj and Anrich Nortje picked two wickets apiece for 23 and 26 runs, respectively. (Live Scorecard)
India vs South Africa, T20 World Cup 2024 Final: Rohit Sharma Loses Wicket Early vs South Africa. Reaction Says It All
Rohit Sharma could not continue his brilliant run of form as the Indian cricket team captain was dismissed early during the T20 World Cup 2024 final against South Africa on Saturday. Rohit, who played impressive knocks in the matches against Australia and England, was dismissed for just 9 by Keshav Maharaj. During the second over of the Indian innings, Rohit went for a sweep against Maharaj but ended up finding Heinrich Klaasen at backward square leg. The Proteas fielder did not have to move much to complete the catch and the heartbreaking expression on Rohit's face said it all.
Ravi Shastri Calls Match Referee "Punching Bag" Ahead Of South Africa vs India T20 World Cup Final
Ravi Shastri loves to hype up the toss time of a match, and on the occasion of the 2024 T20 World Cup final between India and South Africa, it was no different. Shastri was at his brilliant best at the toss, ramping up the atmosphere, making it seem like a boxing encounter. However, a cheeky reference from the former India coach sent the two captains, Rohit Sharma and Aiden Markram, into laughter. Shastri called the match referee a 'punching bag'. Often on the big occasions, things get heated up, causing players to run to the match referee. Shastri played on the context for his hilarious reference. "West Indies' very own, to keep things calm, under control, and a potential punching bag," said Shastri to introduce Richie Richardson, the match referee of the T20 World Cup final.