Proteas' Gqeberha hit-out reveals only one T20 World Cup insight ...

If the 20-over game really is all about glitz, glam and big personalities, then the Proteas' five-wicket victory in the second of three T20s against India at St George's Park on Tuesday night is a poor omen for next year's T20 World Cup.

Whether the purists want to admit that or not, South Africa's limited build-up before the showpiece in the Caribbean and USA - there are officially only four matches left - puts their bigger names in the spotlight, specifically because franchise leagues like the SA20 and IPL will have to guide squad selection.

Quinton de Kock's gig with the Melbourne Renegades in Australia's Big Bash means he's not available for the current national assignment and, in fact, required the concession of Cricket South Africa (CSA) not insisting on him fulfilling his duties as a nationally contracted player.

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