South Africa has made history by reaching their first-ever World Cup final after overcoming the curse of the semi-finals. With eight previous appearances in World Cup finals, this victory against Afghanistan in the semi-final in Trinidad and Tobago marks a significant milestone for the Proteas.
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In the final showdown, South Africa will face off against India led by Rohit Sharma to determine the new champions on Saturday in Barbados. Both teams have maintained unbeaten records throughout the tournament, setting the stage for an epic battle to crown the ultimate victors.
Prior to the highly anticipated match, The Sporting News presents five key South African players to watch out for in the final against India.
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Five Players to Keep an Eye on in the T20 World Cup Final
Quinton de Kock
South African wicketkeeper Quinton de Kock has been a standout performer for the Proteas, showcasing his batting prowess with 204 runs and two fifties in the tournament. His contributions were instrumental in crucial victories against England and USA in the Super 8 stage.
| Matches | Runs | Average | HS | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 204 | 25.50 | 74 | 146.66 |
Anrich Nortje
Despite a challenging stint in the IPL, Anrich Nortje has been a revelation for South Africa in the World Cup, claiming 13 wickets in 8 games with an impressive economy rate of under 6.
| Matches | Wickets | Average | Economy | BF |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 13 | 13.46 | 5.64 | 4/7 |
Heinrich Klassen
Heinrich Klassen poses a significant threat to the Indian bowling lineup with his aggressive batting style and formidable strength. Known for his attacking approach, Klassen is a player to watch out for in the final.
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Kagiso Rabada
One of South Africa’s key players, Kagiso Rabada has been a consistent performer throughout the tournament, claiming 12 wickets with an economy rate of under 6. His partnership with Nortje has been crucial to South Africa’s success.
| Matches | Wickets | Average | HS | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 12 | 13.25 | 5.88 | 3/18 |
Tabraiz Shamsi
With spinners making an impact in the tournament, Tabraiz Shamsi is a potent weapon for South Africa with his spin bowling. Having claimed 11 wickets in just 4 games, Shamsi will look to apply pressure on the Indian batsmen in the final.
| Matches | Wickets | Average | HS | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 11 | 9.27 | 4/19 | 7.37 |