NEW DELHI: South Africa's World Cup campaign has received an invaluable boost from an unlikely source, as the team looks to bounce back from a surprising defeat to the Netherlands. Quinton de Kock, who is set to retire from ODIs after the tournament, has become a vital guiding force for South Africa thanks to his experience and knowledge of Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium. De Kock, having spent several IPL seasons with the Mumbai Indians, is intimately familiar with the conditions at the stadium and has shared his insights with the team.
South Africa's captain, Temba Bavuma, spoke highly of de Kock's contributions, saying, "His experience is immense. In our batting chat today (Friday), we basically listened to him. He gave the batting chat as to what the conditions are like, and what to expect." For players like Bavuma, who are new to the venue, de Kock's insights have been invaluable in preparing for the match against England.
