Having registered their first win at the 2019 ICC World Cup last week, South Africa are eager to build on the new-found momentum as they look to turn the tide going ahead.
The Proteas will be up against New Zealand in their next tie in Thursday, and their spin bowling coach Claude Henderson believes that the team is desperate to continue the winning run. "Very desperate. It means a lot to everyone in the camp; all the players and the support staff. There is a lot of pride in South African sport and in the country. They owe this to themselves and also to the supporters," he was quoted as saying to Sport34.co.za.
Against the Kiwis, South Africa will be taking on a team that is yet to lose a match at the World Cup so far. The Kane Williamson-led side have been the early pace setters this time, winning their matches in convincing manner. And the Proteas will know that any slip up against them could cost them dear.
“We respect every opposition we play, and New Zealand is one of the better teams in world cricket. They have shown in the last decade how strong they can be, especially in big tournaments. I think we can beat them if we play solid cricket. We haven't started well, but the boys have really worked hard. There have been a lot of discussions and if we play good, basic, strong cricket then we've got a very good chance," he said.
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