NEW DELHI: South Africa’s Test captain Temba Bavuma acknowledged the team’s hard work in securing a 40-run victory over West Indies in the second Test, clinching the series 1-0.
This win extends South Africa’s impressive streak to 10 consecutive series triumphs against the Caribbean side in the longest format of the game.
The Proteas’ bowling attack proved decisive, with Keshav Maharaj and Kagiso Rabada taking three wickets each, while Wiaan Mulder and Dane Piedt contributed two scalps apiece.Their combined efforts resulted in West Indies being dismissed for 222, falling short of the target of 263 in the second innings.
Keshav Maharaj’s performance was particularly noteworthy, as he became South Africa’s leading Test wicket-taker with 171 dismissals. His five wickets in this match and 13 overall earned him the Player of the Series award, showcasing his value to the team.
Despite the relative inexperience of his squad, Bavuma remains optimistic about their potential for improvement and growth in the future.
“The emotions were little bit up and down. Glad the weather held up. Both teams were in the game. We had to keep working hard. The game went our way, fortunately. With a bit of inexperience, you kind of expect that. We leant on to the bowlers to deliver for us. Rabada leading the pacers and the spin department was led by Keshav. We just need to keep building. We are an inexperienced team. The more the guys play, the more confident they will become. We can be a formidable side,” he said after the match ended.
Maharaj lauded his contributions in the match and expressed pride in representing the Proteas in Test cricket.
“Was nice to get a long haul. We did well. We enjoyed it. Lot of positives. But back to the drawing board and on to the next one. I pride myself on Test cricket. Just staying loyal to the game. Bavuma allows me to read the game,” said the left-arm orthodox spinner.
This win extends South Africa’s impressive streak to 10 consecutive series triumphs against the Caribbean side in the longest format of the game.
The Proteas’ bowling attack proved decisive, with Keshav Maharaj and Kagiso Rabada taking three wickets each, while Wiaan Mulder and Dane Piedt contributed two scalps apiece.Their combined efforts resulted in West Indies being dismissed for 222, falling short of the target of 263 in the second innings.
Keshav Maharaj’s performance was particularly noteworthy, as he became South Africa’s leading Test wicket-taker with 171 dismissals. His five wickets in this match and 13 overall earned him the Player of the Series award, showcasing his value to the team.
Despite the relative inexperience of his squad, Bavuma remains optimistic about their potential for improvement and growth in the future.
“The emotions were little bit up and down. Glad the weather held up. Both teams were in the game. We had to keep working hard. The game went our way, fortunately. With a bit of inexperience, you kind of expect that. We leant on to the bowlers to deliver for us. Rabada leading the pacers and the spin department was led by Keshav. We just need to keep building. We are an inexperienced team. The more the guys play, the more confident they will become. We can be a formidable side,” he said after the match ended.
Maharaj lauded his contributions in the match and expressed pride in representing the Proteas in Test cricket.
“Was nice to get a long haul. We did well. We enjoyed it. Lot of positives. But back to the drawing board and on to the next one. I pride myself on Test cricket. Just staying loyal to the game. Bavuma allows me to read the game,” said the left-arm orthodox spinner.
