Proteas, World Cups and rain: An unending sorry story that could scupper another campaign

25 Oct 2022

Khanyiso Tshwaku

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Peter Kirsten batting for South Africa against England at the MCG in 1992. SA were robbed by the rain in this game, but worse was to happen later in the tournament.

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With rain predicted for Thursday's T20 World Cup clash between South Africa and Bangladesh in Sydney, one would be forgiven for thinking that the Proteas and their fans are positively spooked by the weather.

History, and Monday's washout against Zimbabwe in Hobart, suggests as much.

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