India maintained their undefeated streak in the 2023 World Cup, securing a commanding 243-run victory over South Africa at Eden Gardens and clinching the top spot in the round-robin phase with a match to spare.
While the batting lineup successfully fulfilled its responsibility by setting a formidable target of 327, the bowling unit ensured that the highly anticipated clash between the tournament’s top two teams became a one-sided affair by swiftly dismantling the Proteas.
South Africa was dismissed for a meager 83 runs in just 27.1 overs, and Mohammed Shami played a significant role in this victory, claiming two crucial wickets during his four-over spell. However, Shami unleashed his wittiest side when speaking into the microphone after the match.
During a post-match interview, the seasoned player slyly commented, “Har baar 400 paar karne walo ka haal dekho,” eliciting hearty laughter from those in his vicinity.
#Shami Tum apna English sudharlo, I’m ready to marry you 🤣🤣
— Payal Ghoshॐ (@iampayalghosh) November 2, 2023
Shami : Har baar 400 paar karne wale ka haal dekho 🔥🔥#INDvSA #INDvsSA pic.twitter.com/ZdexNK0nkO
— Rainbow Salt (@Rainbowsalts91) November 6, 2023
Shami😭 pic.twitter.com/ANPDjfVlax
— Mukul (@mukuljakhar07) November 5, 2023
Shami was alluding to South Africa’s impressive batting form throughout the tournament, with the team consistently crossing the 400-run mark, including setting a record with the most sixes in a World Cup campaign and achieving a record high score of 428/5 against Sri Lanka.
