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South Africa captain Temba Bavuma had a forgettable ODI World Cup 2023 with the bat as he managed to score just 145 runs from eight innings.

A dejected Temba Bavuma after World Cup 2023 semifinal loss (Getty Images)

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'Not going to answer calls from people shouting…': Temba Bavuma in no mood to leave captaincy after World Cup semifinal loss

Despite a fifth World Cup semifinal loss, South Africa's resilient performance and emerging talents signal a promising future. David Miller remains optimistic about claiming the coveted trophy.

South Africa players look dejected following their defeat in the ODI World Cup Semi Final match against Australia at the Eden Gardens on November 16.

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'We are definitely going to win a World Cup': David Miller confident about future after pleasing campaign despite semifinal loss

Australia's Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc gear up for the World Cup final against India. South Africa's coach, Rob Walter, remains indifferent.

South Africa coach Rob Walter speaks during a press conference after the ODI World Cup Semi Final against Australia at Eden Gardens in Kolkata, India.

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'I don’t care who wins': South Africa head coach Rob Walter's brutally honest response on who will secure the World Cup title

South Africa's valiant effort against Australia in the World Cup semifinal, analyzed by coach Rob Walter. Despite setbacks, positives emerge in a hard-fought contest.

South Africa's players react after losing the ODI World Cup semi-final match against Australia at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on November 16.

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'Not remotely close to a choke': South Africa head coach plays down South Africa's 'choker' tag after semifinal loss

Pat Cummins took three wickets including that of centurion David Miller and later finished of the run chase against South Africa in World Cup 2023 semifinal.

Pat Cummins after Australia's three-wicket win over South Africa in World Cup 2023 semifinal (Screengrab: Hotstar)

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'...going to be one-sided but': Pat Cummins' big statement ahead of India vs Australia's World Cup grand finale

Yet again South Africa failed to make it to the ODI World Cup final as Australia defeated Proteas by three wickets in the low-scoring thrilling semifinal to cruise into the final.

South Africa skipper Temba Bavuma looks on during the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup India 2023 Semi Final match between South Africa and Australia at Eden Gardens on November 16, 2023 in Kolkata, India. (Getty Images)

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'...that's where we lost the game': Gutted Temba Bavuma after South Africa failed to make World Cup final following Australia jolt

Batting all-rounder Travis Head was not a part of the side that played against hosts India in their World Cup 2023 opening encounter in Chennai.

Travis Head in the post-match presentation after Australia's win over South Africa in World Cup 2023 semifinal (Screengrab: Hotstar)

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'Unbelievable attack. Never dreamed of...': Travis Head's nervous statement ahead of World Cup final against India

Australia managed to pull off a three-wicket win against South Africa in the ODI World Cup semifinal at the Eden Gardens stadium on November 16.

South Africa's Tabraiz Shamsi celebrates after dismissing Glenn Maxwell during World Cup semifinal. (Getty Images)

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WATCH: Pumped up Tabraiz Shamsi breaks into wild celebration after getting rid of Glenn Maxwell during AUS vs SA semis

Quinton de Kock bid goodbye to ODI cricket as South Africa lost to Australia by three wickets in the World Cup 2023 semifinal at Eden Gardens, Kolkata.

Pat Cummins plays a shot as Temba Bavuma reacts in World Cup 2023 semifinal (Getty Images)

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Australia choke South Africa in low-scoring encounter to make it to their 8th World Cup final as Miller's ton goes in vain

Australia's superstar batter David Warner achieved yet another feat as he became the first Australian batter to notch 500-plus runs in two ODI World Cup editions.

Australia's David Warner hits a six during the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup India 2023 Semi Final match between South Africa and Australia at Eden Gardens on November 16, 2023 in Kolkata, India. (Getty Images)

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South Africa vs Australia Match Stats

2nd Semi-Final, Eden Gardens, Kolkata

'Not going to answer calls from people shouting…': Temba Bavuma in no mood to leave captaincy after World Cup semifinal loss

Match Details

ICC Cricket World Cup, 2023

Thu 16 November, 14:00:00 IST

South Africa, who chose to bat

Eden Gardens, Kolkata

Team Details

Team Form (Last 5 Matches)

Head To Head ( Last 5 Matches )

ICC Cricket World Cup, 2023 On Oct 12

AUS
177 (40.5 ov)

SA
311/7 (50.0 ov)

South Africa beat Australia by 134 runs

Australia in South Africa, 5 ODI Series, 2023 On Sep 17

SA
315/9 (50.0 ov)

AUS
193 (34.1 ov)

South Africa beat Australia by 122 runs

Australia in South Africa, 5 ODI Series, 2023 On Sep 15

SA
416/5 (50.0 ov)

AUS
252 (34.5 ov)

South Africa beat Australia by 164 runs

Umpires

Umpire
Nitin Menon (IND), Richard Kettleborough (ENG) and Chris Gaffaney (NZ)

Referee
Javagal Srinath (IND)

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'Not going to answer calls from people shouting…': Temba Bavuma in no mood to leave captaincy after World Cup semifinal loss

'We are definitely going to win a World Cup': David Miller confident about future after pleasing campaign despite semifinal loss

'I don’t care who wins': South Africa head coach Rob Walter's brutally honest response on who will secure the World Cup title

'Not remotely close to a choke': South Africa head coach plays down South Africa's 'choker' tag after semifinal loss

'...going to be one-sided but': Pat Cummins' big statement ahead of India vs Australia's World Cup grand finale

'...that's where we lost the game': Gutted Temba Bavuma after South Africa failed to make World Cup final following Australia jolt

'Unbelievable attack. Never dreamed of...': Travis Head's nervous statement ahead of World Cup final against India

WATCH: Pumped up Tabraiz Shamsi breaks into wild celebration after getting rid of Glenn Maxwell during AUS vs SA semis

Australia choke South Africa in low-scoring encounter to make it to their 8th World Cup final as Miller's ton goes in vain

AUS vs SA: David Warner becomes first Australia to bag this sensational feat, joins Tendulkar, Rohit in elite list

South Africa vs Australia Match Stats

2nd Semi-Final, Eden Gardens, Kolkata

'Not going to answer calls from people shouting…': Temba Bavuma in no mood to leave captaincy after World Cup semifinal loss

Match Details

ICC Cricket World Cup, 2023

Thu 16 November, 14:00:00 IST

South Africa, who chose to bat

Eden Gardens, Kolkata

Team Details

Team Form (Last 5 Matches)

Head To Head ( Last 5 Matches )

ICC Cricket World Cup, 2023 On Oct 12

AUS177 (40.5 ov)

SA311/7 (50.0 ov)

South Africa beat Australia by 134 runs

Australia in South Africa, 5 ODI Series, 2023 On Sep 17

SA315/9 (50.0 ov)

AUS193 (34.1 ov)

South Africa beat Australia by 122 runs

Australia in South Africa, 5 ODI Series, 2023 On Sep 15

SA416/5 (50.0 ov)

AUS252 (34.5 ov)

South Africa beat Australia by 164 runs

Umpires

UmpireNitin Menon (IND), Richard Kettleborough (ENG) and Chris Gaffaney (NZ)

RefereeJavagal Srinath (IND)

News updates

'Not going to answer calls from people shouting…': Temba Bavuma in no mood to leave captaincy after World Cup semifinal loss

'We are definitely going to win a World Cup': David Miller confident about future after pleasing campaign despite semifinal loss

'I don’t care who wins': South Africa head coach Rob Walter's brutally honest response on who will secure the World Cup title

'Not remotely close to a choke': South Africa head coach plays down South Africa's 'choker' tag after semifinal loss

'...going to be one-sided but': Pat Cummins' big statement ahead of India vs Australia's World Cup grand finale

'...that's where we lost the game': Gutted Temba Bavuma after South Africa failed to make World Cup final following Australia jolt

'Unbelievable attack. Never dreamed of...': Travis Head's nervous statement ahead of World Cup final against India

WATCH: Pumped up Tabraiz Shamsi breaks into wild celebration after getting rid of Glenn Maxwell during AUS vs SA semis

Australia choke South Africa in low-scoring encounter to make it to their 8th World Cup final as Miller's ton goes in vain

AUS vs SA: David Warner becomes first Australia to bag this sensational feat, joins Tendulkar, Rohit in elite list

AUS
177 (40.5 ov)

SA
311/7 (50.0 ov)

SA
315/9 (50.0 ov)

AUS
193 (34.1 ov)

SA
416/5 (50.0 ov)

AUS
252 (34.5 ov)

Umpire
Nitin Menon (IND), Richard Kettleborough (ENG) and Chris Gaffaney (NZ)

Referee
Javagal Srinath (IND)