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India Gazette
8 hours ago
- Sport
- India Gazette
"Best in the world": South Africa players hail Kagiso Rabada ahead of WTC final
New Delhi [india], June 9 (ANI): Ahead of the World Test Championship (WTC) final against Australia from June 11, South African players Kyle Verreynne, David Bedingham, Aiden Markram and Tristan Stubbs lauded right-arm seamer Kagiso Rabada and went on to say that he is 'best in the world.' The spearhead is second in the ICC Men's Test Bowling Rankings, behind only Jasprit Bumrah, but a number of Rabada's teammates consider him 'the best bowler in the world.'. 'KG's the best bowler in the world,' wicketkeeper Kyle Verreynne confidently declared, speaking exclusively to the ICC before the World Test Championship decider, which starts at Lord's on Wednesday. 'Without a doubt, he's the best bowler in the world and I think he's one of those guys that always wants to do it on the big stage and you don't get any stages bigger than this, so I think he's going to be massive for us,' he added. As wicket-keeper, Verreynne is uniquely poised to witness what makes Rabada the star he is - or, in his words, a 'different beast'. The 28-year-old was behind the stumps when his team-mate took that special five-for at Lord's a few years ago, 'Any game that he plays in, any team that he plays for, KG with the Proteas badge, and I think especially in white kit, is a different beast. I know how much Test cricket means to him and I know how much he loves this current team and this space, so putting all of those things into his performance, I think he'll be a massive threat,' the wicketkeeper-batter said. Those sentiments were echoed by fellow teammate David Bedingham, who looks forward to seeing what Rabada can deliver on the unique Lord's wicket, which always offers opportunities for accurate bowlers. 'I genuinely think he's the best bowler in the world. He's played here (Lord's), he's taken wickets here before, so him going well will go a long way to us winning the whole thing. He's an amazing person... and he makes our jobs a lot easier. He's the leader of our attack,' said Bedingham. As South Africa looks to end its ICC silverware drought, its players are hyper aware that it'll be crucial that its stars relish and handle the high-pressure environment that comes with stages of this magnitude. '(Rabada) gets up for the really big moments. He wants to lead from the front and he takes a lot of guys with him on that journey. So, obviously a big player for us, but he's (also) been complemented really well in the bowling department by everyone else and they've, sort of, found a way to work really well together. No doubt he's the leader of the attack, but he pulls guys with him and guys tend to follow,' opener Aiden Markram said. Rabada earned a spot on the Lord's honour board the last time the Proteas played a Test at the hallowed venue, as South Africa beat England by an innings and 12 runs in August 2022. The fast bowler compiled a first innings return of 5/52 off 19 overs - and seven scalps for the match. 'I remember the wicket was quite busy. We were in the slip cordon and we were on edge the whole time, because it felt like every ball you could get a catch. But, (Rabada) bowled really well. He used the (Lord's) slope and various angles really well, broke partnerships when there was a partnership to break and did what he does... so special to have been on the field,' Markram continued. Also speaking exclusively to ICC Digital, batter Tristan Stubbs added that Rabada will be in peak damage-inflicting form at Lord's. 'He's an amazing bowler and he's fresh and ready to go, I'm happy he's on my team,' he said. (ANI)
NDTV
10 hours ago
- Sport
- NDTV
"Without A Doubt...": Not Jasprit Bumrah, This Star Named "Best Bowler In The World"
Ahead of the World Test Championship (WTC) final against Australia from June 11, South African players Kyle Verreynne, David Bedingham, Aiden Markram and Tristan Stubbs lauded right-arm seamer Kagiso Rabada and went on to say that he is "best in the world." The spearhead is second in the ICC Men's Test Bowling Rankings, behind only Jasprit Bumrah, but a number of Rabada's teammates consider him "the best bowler in the world.". "KG's the best bowler in the world," wicketkeeper Kyle Verreynne confidently declared, speaking exclusively to the ICC before the World Test Championship decider, which starts at Lord's on Wednesday. "Without a doubt, he's the best bowler in the world and I think he's one of those guys that always wants to do it on the big sage and you don't get any stages bigger than this, so I think he's going to be massive for us," he added. As wicket-keeper, Verreynne is uniquely poised to witness what makes Rabada the star he is - or, in his words, a 'different beast'. The 28-year-old was behind the stumps when his team-mate took that special five-for at Lord's a few years ago. "Any game that he plays in, any team that he plays for, KG with the Proteas badge, and I think especially in white kit, is a different beast. I know how much Test cricket means to him and I know how much he loves this current team and this space, so putting all of those things into his performance, I think he'll be a massive threat," the wicketkeeper-batter said. Those sentiments were echoed by fellow teammate David Bedingham, who looks forward to seeing what Rabada can deliver on the unique Lord's wicket, which always offers opportunities for accurate bowlers. "I genuinely think he's the best bowler in the world. He's played here (Lord's), he's taken wickets here before, so him going well will go a long way to us winning the whole thing. He's an amazing person... and he makes our jobs a lot easier. He's the leader of our attack," said Bedingham. As South Africa looks to end its ICC silverware drought, its players are hyper aware that it'll be crucial that its stars relish and handle the high-pressure environment that comes with stages of this magnitude. "(Rabada) gets up for the really big moments. He wants to lead from the front and he takes a lot of guys with him on that journey. So, obviously a big player for us, but he's (also) been complemented really well in the bowling department by everyone else and they've, sort of, found a way to work really well together. No doubt he's the leader of the attack, but he pulls guys with him and guys tend to follow," opener Aiden Markram said. Rabada earned a spot on the Lord's honour board the last time the Proteas played a Test at the hallowed venue, as South Africa beat England by an innings and 12 runs in August 2022. The fast bowler compiled a first innings return of 5/52 off 19 overs - and seven scalps for the match. "I remember the wicket was quite busy. We were in the slip cordon and we were on edge the whole time, because it felt like every ball you could get a catch. But, (Rabada) bowled really well. He used the (Lord's) slope and various angles really well, broke partnerships when there was a partnership to break and did what he does... so special to have been on the field," Markram continued. Also speaking exclusively to ICC Digital, batter Tristan Stubbs added that Rabada will be in peak damage-inflicting form at Lord's. "He's an amazing bowler and he's fresh and ready to go, I'm happy he's on my team," he said.
IOL News
6 days ago
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- IOL News
‘Scholesy' steps up: Verreynne ready to deliver for Proteas on Lord's stage
Proteas' Kyle Verreynne celebrates his century during the International Test Series second Test Day 2 match against Sri Lanka in Gqebherha. BackpagePix Image: BackpagePix In every sporting team, a player feels most welcome when they have been handed a nickname that speaks to their character. For his sins, Kyle Verreynne has been dubbed 'Scholesy' by his teammates. The reference to the ginger hair is obvious, but what set Manchester United legend Paul Scholes apart from many other midfielders was his ability to step up when it mattered most. The century in the searing heat of Dhaka, Bangladesh, last October, as well as the two half-centuries in tough conditions against a potent Australian attack three years ago, have earned Verreynne the respect of his teammates. At Lord's, on the ultimate stage of the World Test Championship (WTC) final, the Proteas will be looking to their 'Scholesy' to rise to the occasion. Tony de Zorzi is locked in as he gears up for the #WTC Final 🎯🏏. Nothing but focus 💪.#WTCFinal #WozaNawe #ProteasWTCFinal — Proteas Men (@ProteasMenCSA) June 2, 2025 Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ 'It's Lord's. It's an ICC final against Australia, who have been the benchmark in Test cricket for so long. It is everything you dream of as a cricketer,' he said. Verreynne notes that the environment in which he and his teammates currently operate under coach Shukri Conrad and captain Temba Bavuma is the best he's ever been involved in at the national level. 'What Shuks and Temba have created is incredible. They encourage each of us to be ourselves, and I think it has brought out the very best of us.' It is no coincidence that the consistency of the man behind the stumps has come at the same time that the team's fortunes have gathered momentum. Over the years, the best South African sides have had a trusted gloveman at the very heart of the team. More than just making the team feel at ease, Conrad specifically called his keeper aside during the tour of the West Indies in August last year. 'He basically told me that he and the coaches backed me. That backing just gave me so much confidence, and allowed me to focus on my job,' he admits. 'Shuks often says he doesn't care how it looks, as long as it gets the job done. And, if you look at this team, there are a lot of guys whose main goal is just to get the job done.' With the gloves or the bat, he is certainly one of those, too. Verreynne has made a happy habit of scoring runs at exactly the tempo the team requires. 'My job at six or seven is not always about scoring big runs. Sometimes it's a quick 40 to set a target, or a fighting 30, batting with the bowlers. It is always very nice to contribute to the team and make an impact on the game.' This adaptability is a hallmark of the selfless approach that he has brought to the side. Sometimes misunderstood, the 28-year-old notes his own list of attributes that he tries to bring to the Proteas table. 'To me, character is about a few things: never giving up; getting it done; showing fight.' Rain delays play in England 🌧️ Wet weather has halted the Proteas' warm-up match ahead of the ICC World Test Championship Final. Fingers crossed for clearer skies ☁️🏏.#WTCFinal #WozaNawe #ProteasWTCFinal — Proteas Men (@ProteasMenCSA) June 3, 2025
India Gazette
13-05-2025
- Sport
- India Gazette
" I feel Temba as captain to lead from the front": De Villiers picks Proteas batter in the WTC title clash against Australia
New Delhi [India] May 13 (ANI): Former South Africa (SA) captain, AB de Villiers believed that Temba Bavuma, as captain, should lead the batting lineup, and SA wicketkeeper/batter Kyle Verreynne should bat with the tail, emphasizing the importance of scoring runs at Lord's to support the bowlers. Australia sealed their spot in the World Test Championship (WTC) final, where they will face South Africa at Lord's in June. 'I think an integral part of that batting lineup, which I feel will be incredibly important at Lords, it's always important to get runs on the board there and to give your bowlers a bit of freedom. But I feel the batters that need to be informed, probably Temba as captain to lead from the front and then someone like a Kyle Verreynne at the back end to bat with the tail,' AB de Villiers said in a video posted by ICC. De Villiers emphasized the significance of having a strong batter in the lineup who can score crucial runs at Lord's and help the team secure a victory. 'From past experiences at Lords, you have the in batter and that can get that tail wagging at the back end, they score your extra 80 to 100 runs, generally seem to help you win test matches at the back end.' 'I think that's going to be crucially important, someone like a Temba, a Markram perhaps, a Rickleton to maintain that kind of form, to get runs on the board, but once we run out of the top order, to have someone like a Kyle Varane to direct traffic at the back end, it's going to be very important,' he added. South Africa finished at the top of the league stage with a points percentage of 69.44. They dominated at home, securing series wins against Pakistan and Sri Lanka while drawing against India. Their away form was equally impressive, with victories over the West Indies and Bangladesh. Their only setback came in New Zealand, where they were missing a host of their first-choice stars. Winning eight out of 12 matches and drawing one, the Proteas secured their place in their first-ever ICC World Test Championship Final. Australia earned the opportunity to defend their title with a points percentage of 67.54, finishing second in the league standings. They began their campaign by drawing the Ashes in England before dominating Pakistan 3-0 at home. A minor setback came when West Indies held them to a series draw, but victories over New Zealand and Sri Lanka, along with a historic home triumph against India, secured Australia's place in the final against South Africa in June. (ANI)
NDTV
13-05-2025
- Sport
- NDTV
AB De Villiers Urges Temba Bavuma To Lead From The Front In WTC Final vs Australia
AB de Villiers believes that Temba Bavuma, as captain, should lead the batting lineup, and South Africa wicketkeeper-batter Kyle Verreynne should bat with the tail, emphasizing the importance of scoring runs at Lord's to support the bowlers. Australia sealed their spot in the World Test Championship (WTC) final, where they will face South Africa at Lord's in June. "I think an integral part of that batting lineup, which I feel will be incredibly important at Lords, it's always important to get runs on the board there and to give your bowlers a bit of freedom. But I feel the batters that need to be informed, probably Temba as captain to lead from the front and then someone like a Kyle Verreynne at the back end to bat with the tail," AB de Villiers said in a video posted by ICC. De Villiers emphasized the significance of having a strong batter in the lineup who can score crucial runs at Lord's and help the team secure a victory. "From past experiences at Lords, you have the in batter and that can get that tail wagging at the back end, they score your extra 80 to 100 runs, generally seem to help you win test matches at the back end." "I think that's going to be crucially important, someone like a Temba, a Markram perhaps, a Rickleton to maintain that kind of form, to get runs on the board, but once we run out of the top order, to have someone like a Kyle Varane to direct traffic at the back end, it's going to be very important," he added. South Africa finished at the top of the league stage with a points percentage of 69.44. They dominated at home, securing series wins against Pakistan and Sri Lanka while drawing against India. Their away form was equally impressive, with victories over the West Indies and Bangladesh. Their only setback came in New Zealand, where they were missing a host of their first-choice stars. Winning eight out of 12 matches and drawing one, the Proteas secured their place in their first-ever ICC World Test Championship Final. Australia earned the opportunity to defend their title with a points percentage of 67.54, finishing second in the league standings. They began their campaign by drawing the Ashes in England before dominating Pakistan 3-0 at home. A minor setback came when West Indies held them to a series draw, but victories over New Zealand and Sri Lanka, along with a historic home triumph against India, secured Australia's place in the final against South Africa in June.
