Cricket South Africa director of cricket Enoch Nkwe expressed pride in the Proteas after Thursday’s Cricket World Cup semi-final exit to Australia.
South Africa ended the round-robin stage of the tournament in second position before losing to Australia. This is the fifth time the Proteas have exited the Cricket World Cup at the semi-final stage.
“Cricket South Africa is immensely proud of the Proteas’ performance at the Cricket World Cup,” said Nkwe.
“While we didn’t achieve the ultimate victory, the determination and competitiveness shown by our team were truly admirable.
“CSA remain committed to supporting our team in their continuous pursuit of excellence and look forward to their future endeavours with optimism and enthusiasm.”
South Africa are scheduled to co-host the next Cricket World Cup with Namibia and Zimbabwe in October and November 2027.
“Their journey to the semi-finals, marked by exceptional skill and spirit, sets a strong foundation for our future endeavours, particularly with an eye on the 2027 World Cup,” added Nkwe.
“The Proteas’ performance was commendable, reflecting the exacting standards and competitiveness that epitomise the spirit of international cricket.
“As we reflect on the tournament, CSA is inspired by the dedication and teamwork shown by the entire team and the support staff.”
Australia will meet India in Sunday’s Cricket World Cup final in Ahmedabad.