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Steyn Calls For 'stability In Selection' After Proteas' Loss In 3rd T20I

Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association: Former South African pacer Dale Steyn expressed concerns over South Africas lack of consistency after the teams seven-wicket defeat in the third T20I, saying the Proteas need stability in selection as frequent changes are affecting the team's performance. The two teams squared off at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) Stadium in Dharamsala on Sunday, with the hosts taking a 2-1 series lead. The visitors were bowled out for 117 in 20 overs as the Men in Blue set themselves an easy target. The Indian bowlers were in the limelight as they dismantled the Proteas batting unit and dominated the proceedings throughout the game, even with the bat in the second innings. Speaking to JioStar, Steyn expressed concern over the Aiden Markram-led teams consistency, saying, The combination South Africa are trying to mix up is never quite the same every game, and Im not sure what exactly theyre looking for. It creates insecurity among the batters because they dont know where theyre batting or what their role is. David Miller batted superbly in the last game to guide South Africa past 200 along with Donovan Ferreira, and then in a game like thisat a ground where Miller has played the most, hes sitting on the bench. Im not understanding what South Africa is trying to do. If theyre saying theyre just experimenting, it almost sounds like they dont care whether they win the series or not. There needs to be stability in selection. Continuous changes over time make it very difficult for the team to consistently perform, he added. With Jasprit Bumrah being unavailable for the game due to personal reasons, Harshit Rana completed the pace-bowling attack and impressed by picking up a couple of wickets. If theyre saying theyre just experimenting, it almost sounds like they dont care whether they win the series or not. There needs to be stability in selection. Continuous changes over time make it very difficult for the team to consistently perform, he added. Also Read: Live Cricket Score It shows that Harshit Rana really wants to be part of this team. He grabbed his opportunity with both hands. He bowled on merit, exactly how he wanted tovery skilful. Above all, you can see the desire. Its fantastic to see a player make the most of his chance. Article Source: IANS

15 Dec 2025 11:56 am