Temba Bavuma shows at St George’s Park why he wears the Proteas captain’s armband
After a difficult first Test at Kingsmead, Temba Bavuma answered his critics with a career-best 179 as South Africa levelled the series against Australia at St George’s Park.
Temba Bavuma's stellar performance in the second Test at St George's Park has reignited discussions about his captaincy. The South African captain, who failed to prevent Australia from recovering from 124/6 to 390 in the previous Test, delivered a career-best 179, helping the Proteas level the series. Bavuma acknowledged that he often has deep conversations with himself after games, focusing on both technical analysis and mental preparation.
He revealed that he struggled with rhythm since the start of the season, attributing it to a lack of recent practice and facing a quality attack. Bavuma's ability to respond against Australia will have a significant impact on the Proteas dressing room as they prepare to face New Zealand at Newlands. He emphasized the importance of not letting the target on their backs affect their performance, highlighting the team's resilience in the face of strong opposition.
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