If they are able to lift the trophy at the T20 World Cup, the Proteas will make history in more ways than one.
On paper, India are the favourites for the T20 World Cup title, but the Proteas will be eager to justify the commitment of their fans.national senior men’s cricket team
If they beat India, not only will they be the first Proteas team to win a World Cup in any format, but they will also become the first side to go unbeaten at a World Cup tournament.But it’s not going to be easy. While the Proteas have had to dig deep, narrowly winning most of their matches at the tournament, India have been far more convincing.
South Africa, who are ranked fifth, lost 13 of the last 20 matches they played before the global showpiece started.So on paper, it might seem like the Proteas have little chance, and there is no doubt India are the favourites.
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