For a team that has had talented players aplenty since its re-entry into international cricket in 1991, South Africa has won only one of the 13 major ICC tournaments that it has taken part in over the last 19 years. MSN India takes a look at the Proteas' record in these tournaments.
South Africa came into the 2009 Champions Trophy as the top-ranked team in the world in ODIs, and as the tournament was being hosted at home, the Proteas were expected to be one of the strong contenders for the title. However, lacklustre bowling performances against Sri Lanka and England, meant that the batsmen had to chase 300+ scores, which they failed to. South Africa did defeat New Zealand, and even though they lost to England by only 22 runs, chasing a target of 323, it was yet another early exit for the hosts, as they exited the tournament at the group stage itself.
Hard to understand why South Africa don't win any ICC tournaments which is a sport loving country. It is fair to say that this month has not been a sporting month for SA. They lost to India in Davis cup and lost to England, who got trashed by Australia in their home series.
For such a talented team, they always choke at the right moment and reasons are very hard to understand. Though not a South African myself, I'd like to see them win at least on ICC tournament and give it back to the sports loving people of South Africa.
Wishing you best of luck for the next tournament.