(Watch) Temba Bavuma gets pumped up and jumps high as Keshav Maharaj hits the boundary to steal the victory from Pakistan, PAK vs SA WC.
South African captain Temba Bavuma is not particularly known for displaying his emotions on the cricket field. However, an exception to this stoic demeanor was witnessed when he couldn’t contain his excitement after witnessing Keshav Maharaj hit the winning runs for South Africa against Pakistan during their 2023 World Cup match in Chennai on Friday, October 27.
A video shared by the International Cricket Council (ICC) captured the electrifying moment. In the footage, South Africa’s support staff, along with players such as David Miller, Temba Bavuma, and Kagiso Rabada, could be seen anxiously awaiting the outcome from the dugout. The tension in the atmosphere was palpable.
The match reached a thrilling climax when Keshav Maharaj skillfully dispatched a delivery from Mohammad Nawaz to the boundary behind square, sealing the victory for South Africa. As the ball raced to the boundary, the entire dugout burst into jubilation. Temba Bavuma, in particular, leaped in unbridled ecstasy and got pumped up clearly unable to contain his delight
Watch the Temba Bavuma and South Africa team reactions and celebrations