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Cricket News: Twitter reactions: Temba Bavuma scores long-awaited 2nd century | Reactions to Temba Bavuma century vs West Indies
Temba Bavuma scored his first century as South Africa Test captain, finishing on 171 not out after the third day of the second Test against West Indies.
Bringing up the three figures was an emotional moment for Bavuma, who has often come under criticism from fans regarding his role in South Africa’s cricketing setup. But, praise was widespread for the skipper, whose innings has put the Proteas in a commanding position after they were in trouble at 8/2 and then 69/4 in their second innings.
This century comes over seven years since his first – against England at Cape Town in 2016. However, Bavuma has often leant a steady hand to a shaky Proteas batting lineup in recent years, now scoring 899 runs at an average of 47.3 since the start of 2021.
Bavuma has the chance to become the 16th South African to notch a double century in Tests. His team are well placed at 287/7, leading by a healthy 356 runs against a Windies side whose top score is just 251 so far in this series.
Twitter reactions to superb century by Temba Bavuma
Fans and pundits were full of praise for the new Proteas skipper, who responded to critics in the best possible way after a pair in the first Test. Here are some of the reactions.
Following the second Test, the two nations will play three ODIs and three T20Is from March 16 to 28. Bavuma is also expected to play a key role in South Africa’s ODI team, soon after a century against England back in January.
