Quinton De Kock Statement On World Cup Heroics of Teammate

After the victory of South Africa by 149 runs over Bangladesh in the 23rd match of the ODI World Cup 2023 at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Tuesday, wicketkeeper-batsman of Protease Quinton de Kock lavished praise on Heinrich Klaasen, who played a steller 90-run knock, and said that he has just been special in the tournament. While speaking at the post-match conference, De Kock said that every South African player played well in the match against Bangladesh.



After his brilliant knock in the first inning of the match, the left-handed batsman said he was a bit more tired than satisfied.

Quinton de Kock said, "To be honest, I am a bit more tired than satisfied after a spectacular knock. I think we all played really well, and everyone did their part, and it was nice to get those two points on the board. Not just too sure; it is just happening, I guess, speaking about his conversion rate in India. 

I was a little nervous this morning, but it was a great day, and I had a bit of fun. It's great to get another 2 points. Klaasen has been truly amazing, and I also need some of the juice that he is having. He has just been special, not just for us but for everyone around the world. He is really taking it by storm, and I am very happy for him.”

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