The thrill of the rivalry between the Mockel brothers in the match between India and South Africa

India and South Africa clash: The story of the Morkel family

New Delhi: There is going to be a special clash between India and South Africa in the Super 8 stage of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. This match will be played at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad and this time a unique family story also adds to it. For the first time, Morne Morkel, who is the bowling coach of the Indian team, will be face to face with Albie Morkel as the advisor of South Africa. Both the teams have been undefeated in this tournament so far, hence this match has become very important.

brother-brother family competition

The tradition of competition among the Morkel brothers is not new. Albi fondly recalls that his childhood often involved arguments or tears at the end of games. He jokes that Morne often cried when he lost because he was small. Now the passion between them will be visible on the big stage.

Roles and Responsibilities

Now circumstances have changed. Morne is busy strengthening India’s bowling attack, while Albi’s responsibility is to help the South African batsmen formulate strategies against the Indian bowlers. Both of them understand that they have to keep their emotions aside and fulfill their professional responsibilities.

strategic war

Albi clearly believes that his priority is to find ways to defeat India. At the same time, Morne says that the coaches are under pressure, but the experienced staff helps in reducing their mental burden. This match will be a test of strategy as well as mental strength on the field.

No place for kinship on the field

Both the brothers have made it clear that there will be no personal relationship on the field. Albee said that he plays for South Africa and his only goal is to win. There may be some squabbles in the family, but the professional approach will always remain intact.

prestige stakes

Both India and South Africa teams are so far undefeated in this tournament. In this direction, this match is important not just for the points table but also to increase our reputation. It will be an emotional moment for the Morkel family, but winning will remain the most important priority.

Both teams and their squads

Indian team:
Suryakumar Yadav (captain), Axar Patel (vice-captain), Sanju Samson (wicketkeeper), Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Verma, Hardik Pandya, Ishan Kishan (wicketkeeper), Shivam Dubey, Washington Sundar, Jasprit Bumrah, Varun Chakraborty, Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Rinku Singh, Mohammed Siraj.

South Africa team:
Aiden Markram (captain), Quinton de Kock, Dewald Brewis, David Miller, Marco Jansen, Kagiso Rabada, Ryan Rickelton, Lungi Ngidi, Kwena Mafaka, Keshav Maharaj, Jason Smith, George Linde, Corbin Bosch, Anrich Nortje, Tristan Stubbs.