South Africa’s young sensation, Tristan Stubbs, showcased his remarkable talent in the second T20I against India at St George’s Park. His composed performance helped South Africa secure a thrilling victory, leveling the series after a challenging start. Former Indian all-rounder Irfan Pathan praised Stubbs for his crucial role in the match, highlighting his potential as a dangerous player.
Irfan Pathan Praises Tristan Stubbs
In a low-scoring encounter, South Africa chased down India’s total of 124 runs with just one over to spare. Initially, it looked grim for the Proteas as they struggled at 86/7, but Stubbs, alongside Gerald Coetzee, displayed exceptional composure under pressure. Their partnership was vital in steering South Africa to victory.
After the match, Irfan Pathan took to X to commend both Stubbs and Coetzee. He noted, “While batting, India only got 9 runs in the last 2 overs. I thought the match could have gone away from South Africa there if the end was better. Tristan Stubbs is a very dangerous player. He has unbelievable reach. Gerald Coetzee’s power hitting in the end was crucial for SA.”
Stubbs played a pivotal role in the chase, remaining not out with 47 runs off 41 balls. His partnership with Coetzee proved decisive as they navigated through pressure and guided South Africa home with one over to spare.
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Indian spinner Varun Chakravarthy emerged as the star of the bowling attack. He claimed five wickets for just 17 runs, dismantling South Africa’s top order. Chakaravarthy’s performance included crucial dismissals of key players like Markram and Miller, both of whom fell victim to his deceptive googlies.
Despite this strong bowling display, South Africa found themselves in trouble at 86 for 7 during their chase. It was at this critical juncture that Tristan Stubbs and Gerald Coetzee stepped up to steer their team towards victory.
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