Ab De Villiers backing the Proteas. Image: @ABdeVilliers17
AB de Villiers says current Proteas side is ‘free of baggage’
De Villiers believes that the Proteas’ good form has gone under the radar and that might actually benefit them in the World Cup.
Ab De Villiers backing the Proteas. Image: @ABdeVilliers17
Former Proteas captain Ab de Villiers believes the South African national team can benefit from low expectations at the ICC Cricket World Cup.
Despite their 102 run victory over Sri Lanka in their opening World Cup match, the Proteas are still not amonst the top four favourites.
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De Villiers played in three World Cups between 2007 and 2015 but has never lifted the trophy, He says the fact that South Africa lacks superstars might work in their favour.
De Villiers says Proteas chances are high given low expectations
“Despite a stunning start to the campaign, expectations amongst fans remain low and the team’s good form has gone under the radar. But that is exactly what makes me so excited about South Africa’s chances in India,” De Villiers was quoted on IOL.
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“I have played in previous teams that had more superstars in its ranks, but struggled to deal with the pressure that came with that.
“For the current generation, it is quite the opposite. There are fewer established figures but lots of players ready to put their stamp on the world stage, free of the baggage from previous failures,” said de Villiers.
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The Proteas take on India on Thursday looking for their second win at the tournament.
