Even though Australia have taken an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match Test series against South Africa, Elgar believes the Proteas still have a lot to play for – not least pride – in the third and final Test match.
The Proteas’ batting performances have been dismal thus far in Australia, with the South Africans only passing the 200-run mark once — in the second innings of the second Test match, crawling to 204 during their innings and 182-run defeat to the home side.
“We have a lot to play for with regards to the [WTC] final in June. That’s a massive incentive for us. We play every Test match like it’s our last.” This could open the door for a change in the Proteas bowling lineup, who so far on tour, have shown passion and effort in trying circumstances. Temba Bavuma of South Africa bats during day four of the Second Test match in the series between Australia and South Africa at Melbourne Cricket Ground on 29 December, 2022 in Melbourne, Australia. “I’m still leaning towards the six-five option. But all options are still on the table for us. To play seven batters would be a massive ask for our bowling unit to cover those four spots,” he said.
Both Rassie van der Dussen – who made scores of five and zero in the first Test – and Heinrich Klaasen are in contention to take his spot.
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