Dutch skipper hails ‘big win’ as South Africa feel ‘hurt’

Netherlands captain Scott Edwards hailed the stunning World Cup triumph over South Africa as a “big win” as Proteas skipper Temba Bavuma admitted the 38-run loss would “hurt,” AFP reported.

Chasing 246 to win from a rain-reduced 43 overs after Edwards made a crucial 78 not out, South Africa were bowled out for 207.

“Proud of the group. Putting in that performance and being able to play my part is nice,” said Edwards after their first win of this tournament followed on from two losses.

“When we came into the tournament we wanted to have a chance at playing the semi-finals and if you want to do that you’ve got to beat teams.

“Obviously South Africa are probably one of the favourites the way they are playing, so it is a big win for us.”

The victory was only the third for the Dutch at a World Cup after seeing off Namibia in 2003 and Scotland in 2007.

Tuesday’s win was their first over a Test-playing nation at the 50-over showpiece.

However, the Dutch had stunned South Africa at the Twenty20 World Cup in Adelaide last November.