South Africa Look to Maintain Perfect Record Against Netherlands, Aim to Overcome Reputation as Chokers

Many have been taken aback by South Africa's performance in the World Cup of cricket thus far. They have bowled well, batted with strength, and remained unfazed even when faced with difficult obstacles.

Temba Bavuma's team will aim to make a statement when the Proteas play the Netherlands here on Tuesday, hoping to overcome their reputation as consistent underachievers.

With their opening-round 102-run victory over Sri Lanka in New Delhi and their subsequent 134-run triumph over five-time winners Australia in Lucknow, South Africa has established themselves as the side to beat in the competition.

Their assured performances have contrasted sharply with the way stronger sides, such as Australia and England, have performed.

Quinton de Kock, Aiden Markram, and Rassie van der Dussen have all had a significant effect at bat. Kagiso Rabada and Marco Jansen were outstanding when they had the ball as they completely destroyed Pat Cummins' team.

The Proteas, who were knocked from the T20 World Cup by the Dutch last year, will also be playing for revenge. In the Super 12 stage, the Orange men had stunned the Africans with a 13-run loss.

The Netherlands, who have not yet won, will undoubtedly require motivation to take on the task.

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