\"It has been a testing a few months now. Obviously, we have addressed the reasons behind it, growth opportunities, things that are going to make cricketers better in South Africa over a long period of time,\" said Markram in the pre-series press conference.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cBut as a captain, obviously, it hurts your pride and I have got a lot of pride wearing this badge and want to carry it forward and obviously want to win games and win series for South Africa.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cBut you lock into the bigger picture, you lock into how much it is going to help cricket in South Africa moving forward. Sometimes you have to go through these tough times and hopefully, there will be some light at the end of the tunnel for us as a team,\" said Markram.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The four-match T20I series between South Africa and India is also happening in the backdrop of the Indian Premier League (IPL) mega auction, set to happen in Jeddah on November 24 and 25. Good showings against India can count for IPL deals for many South African players.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cAs we all know, a lot of things can fall into place for players and we\u2019re fortunate that we play in a series against (India) pretty much just before the auction happens. So that would pretty much be the bonus of doing well, firstly, collectively and for the individuals that put their hands up,\u201d he said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The four-match T20I series between South Africa and India is also happening in the backdrop of the Indian Premier League (IPL) mega auction, set to happen in Jeddah on November 24 and 25. Good showings against India can count for IPL deals for many South African players.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
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