South African batsman Rassie van der Dussen admitted the team’s need for improvement in chasing runs, acknowledging a 50-50 success rate. Despite challenges during their World Cup match against Afghanistan, van der Dussen’s unbeaten 76, supported by Andile Phehlukwayo’s 39 not out, secured a five-wicket victory. Reflecting on the win, van der Dussen expressed satisfaction with the successful chase, emphasizing its importance heading into the semifinals.
Team captain Temba Bavuma, though nursing a sore leg, opted to stay on the field, considering it crucial to spend time in the middle. Bavuma highlighted the confidence gained from batting second and winning, asserting the team’s momentum for the knockout stage. Looking ahead, he expressed the desire to play in front of a capacity crowd in Ahmedabad and addressed the upcoming challenge against Australia in the semifinals.
Afghanistan’s captain, Hashmatullah Shahidi, lauded his team’s performance in the tournament, emphasizing their fighting spirit and positive strides in addressing weaknesses. Shahidi expressed pride in the batters’ displays and confidence in the team’s spinners for future success. Despite close encounters with major teams, including a near-upset against Australia, Shahidi acknowledged the valuable learning experiences gained throughout the World Cup.
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