Former South Africa cricket group skipper Faf du Plessis believes that the Indian cricketers are nonetheless ‘heartbroken’ following their loss within the Cricket World Cup 2023 last and mentioned that it’s considerably like ‘breaking apart with a girlfriend’. India gained ten matches on the trot within the competitors earlier than shedding to Australia within the summit conflict. Most of the gamers had been rested for the T20I collection towards Australia however they are going to be again in motion throughout the upcoming tour of South Africa. In an unique interview with NDTV, Du Plessis opened up in regards to the challenges that the gamers could face within the upcoming T20I collection.

“That is a big challenge. I remember going through a similar experience as a cricketer when we went through the highs and lows of the 2015 World Cup. The heartache that you have to deal with takes a bit of time and it is a bit like breaking up with a girlfriend. You cannot just get over it straight away. India were so amazing in the way they played in this World Cup. They were unbelievable the way they went about their business. They will be feeling in a similar way and they will be heartbroken. That was their World Cup to win. That will take a bit of time and time heals everything,” Du Plessis mentioned.

“Your first series back feels like you are in the middle of nowhere. Obviously there are so quality players there and some experience players who I am sure will help manage the young guys well,” he added.

Earlier. Du Plessis had hinted at a potential return to worldwide cricket on the T20 World Cup 2024.

Du Plessis final performed for the nationwide aspect again in December 2020 and since then, he has been enjoying T20I cricket for varied franchises all around the globe. Du Plessis was picked up by Royal Challengers Bangalore within the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 Auction and he has been exceptionally efficiently for the group.

At the sidelines of Abu Dhabi T10 League, the veteran star revealed his potential plans for the upcoming competitors with the South Africa cricket group.

“I believe that I can return to international cricket as well. We have been speaking about this for the last couple of years. It’s just figuring out the balance of the T20 World Cup next year. It’s certainly something we have spoken about with the new coach. Watch this space,” Du Plessis mentioned.