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South Africa Set for Davis Cup Clash Against Nigeria

Posted : 31 January 2025

South Africa's Davis Cup team will face Nigeria in a Group II playoff tie at Groenkloof Tennis Club in Pretoria this weekend, with a capacity crowd expected. Under the guidance of newly appointed captain Pietie Norval, the team has been training intensely to adapt to the high-altitude conditions of Pretoria, which affect the pace and movement of the ball. Norval emphasized the need for sharper aggression and precise serving and returning, as rallies tend to be shorter in these conditions compared to coastal venues.

 

Despite the challenges, Norval remains confident that his players are well-prepared and enter the tie as favorites. He acknowledged the unpredictability of opponents but stressed that South Africa's focus is on executing their own game plan effectively.

 

 With a potential promotion to Group I on the line, Norval believes that if his team plays at their best level over the weekend, they should be able to secure victory and move one step closer to competing against top nations.

 

On the other hand, Nigerian captain Benson Ishicheli admitted that facing South Africa is a daunting task, given the strength of their squad, which includes two top-300 players. However, he assured that his team will give their best effort in the tie. The matches begin on Saturday with two singles rubbers, followed by a doubles match on Sunday and two reverse singles matches, determining which team will advance in the competition.

 

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