South Africa’s fast bowling unit in the T20 World Cup, led by Lungi Ngidi and Marco Jansen, has shown tremendous potential despite not having the same reputation as previous legendary bowlers. As the team prepares to face the UAE in their final group-stage match in Delhi, anticipation is also building for a crucial encounter against South Africa on Sunday.
Ngidi and Jansen have stepped up in light of Kagiso Rabada’s struggles early in the tournament. Collectively, they have claimed 15 out of South Africa’s 22 wickets across three matches, with Ngidi taking eight and Jansen seven. Notably, they have been particularly effective during the Powerplay overs, where their strategic use of back-of-a-length and good-length deliveries has outsmarted opposing batsmen.
Albie Morkel, a special consultant for the South African team, provided insight into their bowling strategy ahead of the match against the UAE. He highlighted the importance of being unpredictable in their bowling length to counteract the batting-friendly conditions they have faced in Ahmedabad. Morkel emphasized that the key lies in preventing batters from scoring freely, particularly avoiding the big sixes.
Morkel further praised Ngidi for his wicket-taking ability, noting his skill in deploying a deceptive slower ball effectively. He expressed confidence in Rabada’s return to form, stating, “We’re going to double down on him and back him all the way. That’s the only way to go.”
This promising display from South Africa’s fast bowlers highlights their adaptability and commitment, giving fans hope for a successful campaign as they advance deeper into the tournament.