And while the whole SA squad took a knock after being eliminated in the semi-finals in India, most of the criticism has since been levelled towards captain Temba Bavuma.

Source: https://www.citizen.co.za/sport/cricket/bavuma-score-runs-overturn-public-criticism/

Having won the toss and elected to bat first, South Africa prospered at first as Quinton de Kock (37 off 41) and Temba Bavuma (36 off 28) put on 61 for the first wicket in just 52 deliveries.

Source: https://www.citizen.co.za/sport/cricket/rassie-farms-strike-accumulates-accelerates-ton-leads-sa/

His captain and opening partner, Temba Bavuma would not last long.

Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/sports/cricket-world-cup/team-india-looks-unstoppable-at-the-world-cup-after-thrashing-in-form-south-africa-9014939/

Proteas limited-overs skipper Temba Bavuma said the coaching change in the Proteas setup is something they need to adapt to.

Source: https://www.news24.com/sport/Cricket/Proteas/bavuma-sees-positives-in-proteas-coaching-changes-has-sights-on-direct-world-cup-qualification-20230127

Proteas ODI captain Temba Bavuma defends captaincy and playing while not 100% fit and admits to batting challenges.

Source: https://www.thesouthafrican.com/lifestyle/celeb-news/local-celebs/breaking-proteas-coach-rob-walter-backs-captain-temba-bavuma-or-tambo-airport-19-november-2023/

The poor execution was first mentioned by T20 captain Aiden Markram after the second match of that series in Durban last week, with ODI skipper Temba Bavuma repeating it after the loss in the opening match of the current series.

Source: https://www.heraldlive.co.za/sport/cricket/2023-09-10-more-woe-for-proteas-as-bowlers-continue-to-deliver-poorly/

This, after South Africa skipper Temba Bavuma won the toss and elected to bat against Australia.

Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/sports/cricket/south-africa-vs-australia-live-score-world-cup-2023-2nd-semi-final-sa-vs-aus-scorecard-updates-eden-gardens-kolkata-9028629/