South Africa coach shrugs off World Cup Final, says he “doesn’t care” who wins
In a gripping semi-final match held at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata, Australia emerged victorious over South Africa by three wickets, securing their place in the final of the 2023 Cricket World Cup. The encounter was a nail-biting affair, with both teams showcasing exceptional skill and determination, keeping the crowd on the edge of their seats until the very end.
South Africa, having won the toss, opted to bat first, but their innings was severely disrupted by a formidable bowling performance from Australia. Josh Hazlewood and Mitchell Starc, the Australian pace duo, wreaked havoc on the South African batting lineup, sharing five wickets between them and reducing the Proteas to a precarious 24 for 4 at one stage. However, David Miller, South Africa’s talismanic middle-order batsman, displayed remarkable resilience and fighting spirit, scoring a defiant century of 101 runs, helping his team post a respectable total of 212 runs.
Australia’s chase was far from straightforward. They faced a stern test from the South African bowling attack, losing wickets at regular intervals. At one point, they found themselves struggling at 137 for 5, despite a brilliant start courtesy of Travis Head and David Warner. However, the likes of Steve Smith, Josh Inglis, Mitchell Starc and Pat Cummins showed immense composure to bail Australia out of trouble., eventually reaching 215 with 16 balls remaining.
The match was a thrilling display of cricket, with both teams showcasing their strengths and fighting hard until the very end. Australia’s disciplined bowling and South Africa’s fighting spirit were on display throughout the match. Head’s timely innings and Smith’s composure under pressure proved instrumental in guiding Australia to victory. In the end, Australia emerged victorious, booking their place in the World Cup final, where they will face India in a battle for cricketing supremacy.
South African coach expresses zero interest in World Cup Final
In the aftermath of South Africa’s heartbreaking loss to Australia in the World Cup semi-final, head coach Rob Walter expressed a sense of detachment when asked about his preference for the winner of the final between India and Australia. With a hint of disappointment still lingering, Walter admitted that he had a mere one per cent chance of tuning in to the final match. “To be brutally honest, I don’t care who wins,” he stated.
Walter’s candid response reflected the emotional toll of the loss and the understandable desire to distance himself from the impending clash between two cricketing giants. While acknowledging the significance of the final, his words hinted at a need to step back and process the emotions of the recent defeat.
