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Linde Eyes World Cup Glory: "Great Opportunity"
18 Jan
Summary
- George Linde aims to be first Proteas to win world title.
- He describes World Cup selection as a "special" career milestone.
- Linde aims to carry recent SA20 batting form into the World Cup.
George Linde, a key all-rounder, is preparing for his maiden T20 World Cup appearance, aiming to make history with the Proteas. He described his selection as a "special" career achievement, still processing the significance of representing South Africa on the world stage. Linde feels the squad is strong and has a genuine chance of winning the prestigious tournament.
His confidence is bolstered by recent performances in the SA20, where he demonstrated his batting prowess with a rapid 31-run contribution. Linde has been diligently working on his batting and hopes this form carries through to the World Cup.
Emphasizing mental resilience, Linde noted the inherent pressure in T20 cricket. He prioritizes staying in the moment and uses activities like golf to decompress, ensuring he remains focused for game days as the World Cup approaches.
