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'There are one or two things that will make us the best version' - Shukri Conrad urges South Africa to improve further after Australia series triumph

South Africa’s 2-1 Test series victory over Australia marked a hard-won triumph for head coach Shukri Conrad, who emphasized that the team’s success is just the foundation for further growth. The Proteas overcame early struggles—including a 214-run loss in Durban and a precarious 40 for 4 in Gqeberha—to secure a dramatic innings win in the second Test and a commanding 176-run victory in Cape Town’s decider.

Conrad praised his squad’s resilience while acknowledging gaps that could elevate them to their best form, highlighting strategic squad rotations that gave emerging talents like Marques (full name not specified) their first Test opportunities. The coach stressed adaptability, noting that players must embrace flexibility to thrive in Test cricket’s demands, even if it means occasional setbacks in execution.

Looking ahead, South Africa faces a packed schedule, beginning with home series against Bangladesh and England, followed by fixtures against Sri Lanka. Conrad framed each contest as equally critical, urging the team to carry momentum from the Australia series while refining their approach.

Under his leadership, the Proteas have already claimed the 2023–2025 World Test Championship and now aim to build on that foundation with a balanced mix of experience and development.

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