SA vs ENG: It was a reminder to everybody that I’m nonetheless right here, says Temba Bavuma after scoring ton in 2nd ODI

South Africa captain Temba Bavuma has mentioned that his century celebration towards England was a reminder to himself and everybody else that he’s nonetheless there and deserves to be the place he’s. Bavuma scored a century as South Africa beat England by 5 wickets to degree the three-match ODI sequence 1-1.

New Delhi,UPDATED: Jan 30, 2023 22:46 IST

Bavuma opens up on century celebration vs England (Reuters)

By India Today Web Desk: South Africa captain Temba Bavuma has mentioned that his century celebration towards England was a reminder to himself and everybody else that he’s nonetheless there and deserves to be the place he’s. Bavuma scored a century as South Africa beat England by 5 wickets to degree the three-match ODI sequence 1-1.

Speaking after the match, Bavuma mentioned that he received carried away by feelings and his celebration was a reminder to everybody that he’s nonetheless there and deserves to be the place he’s.

“It was quite emotional getting to that moment. The celebration wasn’t planned. It was a reminder to myself and to everyone that I am still here and I still deserve to be where I am. Emotionally, it can be draining and it can be taxing,” said Bavuma.

He went on to speak about his recent bad run of form, saying it did affect him and his family, but insisted that this is just part of his journey.

“As a lot as you attempt to block it out, it does have an effect on you. The largest one is when it impacts individuals round you – your loved ones. As a participant, I’ve my manner of coping with it. It is part of the journey,” Bavuma added.

Bavuma mentioned his dialog with Shukri Conrad helped him, including that he helped him clear by all of the nonsense that was in his head.

“The dialog I had with Shukri helped. It was simply being susceptible to the coach about the place I see myself and the way I really feel about all the things. He helped me clear by all of the nonsense that was in my head and helped me prepare for the sequence,” mentioned Bavuma.

South Africa is ready to face England within the third and closing match of the sequence on February 1 on the Diamond Oval in Kimberley.

Edited By:

Rounaq Sehrawat

Published On:

Jan 30, 2023