Of course, the players to stand up have done so when conditions have suited.
Beginning their campaign in the USA, the Proteas’ fabled pace attack delivered early in the tournament, before a move to the Caribbean and slower wickets allowed the spinners to work their way in.
The Proteas are unbeaten to this point, though have no doubt been pushed in their campaign, holding their nerve in what could be considered five close finishes in seven matches.
For Shamsi, the current side looking to go where no South Africa side has gone before have a different outlook on pressure.
“Obviously most of the games have been a lot closer than we would have personally liked, but the amazing thing is that this new Proteas team always seems to get over the line.
Of course, the players to stand up have done so when conditions have suited. Beginning their campaign in the USA, the Proteas’ fabled pace attack delivered early in the tournament, before a move to the Caribbean and slower wickets allowed the spinners to work their way in.
The Proteas are unbeaten to this point, though have no doubt been pushed in their campaign, holding their nerve in what could be considered five close finishes in seven matches.
While the side have faced their own challenges, there is a feeling observing the camp that the inhibitions that have hampered previous Proteas teams do not affect the class of 2024 in the same way.
For Shamsi, the current side looking to go where no South Africa side has gone before have a different outlook on pressure.
“Obviously most of the games have been a lot closer than we would have personally liked, but the amazing thing is that this new Proteas team always seems to get over the line.
“So, I think that's what's making the guys play without any pressure because we all know we have the ability to win the games but there's no pressure on any individual to actually do it otherwise we're in trouble.”
“We've been put under huge pressure basically in every single game that we've played and the boys have managed to find a way to win no matter what the situation is, no matter how close the game is.”
