"Best Is Yet To Come"

David Miller clarifies his stance on T20I retirement following South Africa's T20 World Cup final loss.

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South Africa made history by qualifying for the T20 World Cup final for the first time

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Despite a strong start, South Africa lost to India by seven runs in the T20 World Cup 2024 final.

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Rumours of David Miller's retirement spread on social media after the final.

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Miller took to Instagram to quash the rumours, stating he has not retired from T20 International cricket.

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Miller expressed his disappointment over the final loss, but showed pride in the team's efforts.

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The Proteas enjoyed a sensational run in the tournament, overcoming challenges to reach the final.

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South Africa needed 16 runs in the last over, but Indian bowlers, led by Bumrah, turned the game around.

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Miller remains optimistic about the future, believing the best is yet to come for South African cricket.

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