The Proteas have finally broken the jinx and made it to their first T20 World Cup final after defeating Afghanistan in the semifinals. Former skipper Graeme Smith and pace bowler Dale Steyn, both of whom have experienced the heartbreak of being a South African in ICC events, expressed their emotions and joy on social media. Smith expressed his happiness for current captain Aiden Markram, while Steyn praised the brilliant effort of the pace bowlers in bowling out Afghanistan for a meager 56 runs.
The Proteas Break the Jinx and Advance to the T20 World Cup Final
After years of near misses, the South African cricket team has finally broken the jinx and reached the final of the T20 World Cup. The Proteas defeated Afghanistan in the semifinals by a resounding margin of 126 runs, setting up a clash with defending champions England in the title match.
The victory was a culmination of years of hard work and dedication for the South African team. They had come close to reaching the final in previous editions of the tournament, but had always fallen short at the crucial moment. This time, however, they were determined to break the cycle of disappointment.
Former Proteas skipper Graeme Smith, who experienced the heartbreak of losing in the semifinals of the 2015 ODI World Cup, expressed his joy on social media. "This is a huge moment for South African cricket," he said. "I'm so happy for Aiden Markram and the team. They deserve it."
Another former Proteas star, pace bowler Dale Steyn, also praised the team's performance. "Brilliant effort from the bowlers tonight," he said. "Afghanistan were bowled out for just 56 runs. That's a fantastic achievement."
The victory was particularly sweet for Steyn, who missed out on the 2015 World Cup due to injury. He has been a vocal critic of the Proteas in recent years, but he was full of praise for the team's performance in this tournament.
"I'm so happy for these guys," he said. "They've worked so hard and they deserve to be in the final. I hope they can go all the way and win it."
Top 5 FAQs about the Proteas and the T20 World Cup
1. When is the T20 World Cup final?
The T20 World Cup final will be played on Sunday, November 13, 2022.
2. Where is the T20 World Cup final being held?
The T20 World Cup final will be held at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne, Australia.
3. Who are the Proteas playing in the final?
The Proteas will be playing England in the final. England are the defending champions, having won the tournament in 2021.
4. What are the Proteas' chances of winning the final?
The Proteas have a good chance of winning the final. They have a strong bowling attack and a powerful batting lineup. However, England are also a very strong team, so it will be a close match.
5. Who is the favorite to win the final?
England are the slight favorites to win the final. They are the defending champions and have a very strong team. However, the Proteas are also a very good team and they will be confident of causing an upset.
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