Before the title clash, former South Africa fast bowler Dale Steyn had created a huge buzz over the “chokers tag” that is mainly associated with the Proteas side, who crashed out of the T20 World Cup 2026 following a crushing nine-wicket loss to New Zealand in the first semifinal.
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The story repeated itself again in the 2026 edition when they remained unbeaten through the group and Super 8 stages before being knocked out in the semifinal by the Kiwis. Even in the ICC Champions Trophy last year, South Africa’s campaign ended in the semifinal after another defeat against New Zealand.
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They have also reached several finals, including the ODI World Cup finals in 2015 and 2019 and the T20 World Cup final in 2021, but failed to finish the job. As the Black Caps are now preparing for another ICC final, the legendary pacer warned them against losing to India in Ahmedabad.
Dale Steyn issues "chokers" warning to New Zealand ahead of T20 World Cup 2026 Final
Speaking on the YouTube channel of former South African captain AB de Villiers, Dale Steyn has suggested that if New Zealand once again fail to win the World Cup, the infamous “chokers” tag should be shifted away from South Africa and land on the Black Caps.
Dale Steyn told AB de Villiers, "Everyone likes to call South Africa chokers. NZ haven't won many World Cups themselves, and they have been in more finals than we have. Please go on to win (2026). Otherwise, I am formally handing over the choker's card to you; it's yours.”
?DALE STEYN ON SOUTH AFRICA "CHOKERS" TAG.?Dale Steyn said, "Everyone likes to call South Africa chokers. NZ haven't won many World Cups themselves, and they have been in more finals than we have. Please go on to win (2026). Otherwise, I am formally handing over chokers card… pic.twitter.com/cRQDQurq5s
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