Whatever he touched, turned to gold. It’s been that kind of a month in fact for Corbin Bosch, the star for MI Cape Town with the ball against Sunrisers Eastern Cape in their ten-wicket win. He was out at the post-match press conference sharing his thoughts. Excerpts.. 

On the team’s success 

We have gelled very well together and it’s helped that a lot of a players have been in form throughout the competition. It is someone else putting up their hand. The guys at the top have batted beautifully and that on the batting front has helped set up games. As a bowling group, we have taken wickets at crucial times which has allowed us to be in winning positions. 

On his personal success in the last month 

It’s been an incredible month. Six months ago I wouldn’t have thought I would have played two different formats for my country. So I’m just absolutely grateful I can play and contribute to my side’s success. 

On Dewald Brevis’ stunning catch 

When I saw the ball go to Dewald (Brevis), I saw him charging in and I thought, “please don’t go over your head”, but then he took an absolute screamer. If there was someone to do it, it was him. My caught and bowled, I don’t think I saw it for very long. I played some hockey at school and was a keeper (laughs) so I’m going to pay testament to that. They either stick or they don’t. I dropped Aiden Marram in the first, so I’m glad I managed to get this one today. 

Thoughts while preparing for a game 

I am just enjoying my cricket at this time. My childhood dream was to play cricket for my country, or be a doctor (laughs). Any opportunity, I am going to enjoy myself. Who knows how long it’ll last. Every time I step onto the field, I’m going to give my 100%. This Newlands crowd has given me that extra bit of boost. I can feed off that amazing crowd in an iconic ground in the world. 

Whether the team is dreaming of playing in the Final already 

Definitely not. The guys are very professional. We still want to take it one game at a time. We’ve got a game to win in Pretoria. We want to finish on top, which will be a testament to the team doing all the right things. We were at the bottom for the last two seasons, so what a way to finish on top leading into the play-offs. 

If he knew he was on a hat-trick

I didn’t realize. I didn’t know I was on a hat-trick. It should have come up on the TV. I would’ve tried a better ball than the one I ended up bowling (laughs). 

On bowling and working with Trent Boult 

I think we’ve gotten along very well. I met him in the IPL in 2022. He is a character and I enjoy feeding off him. He has got a lot of stories. It’s just good value to be around. I am here to enjoy my cricket and he has played a very good part in that. 

Thoughts on the next game at Pretoria 

It’ll help with 75% of our squad from up north while playing our game in Pretoria on Friday. It will give us some edge on conditions leading into the playoffs. A lot of our team plays their cricket up north and it is an advantage. But at the end of the day, you have to deliver you ball on the day. 

On Rashid Khan, the captain 

Very calm. He has trusted me to do the things I want to do. He is very motivating. He’s been very positive and a very good vibe. The whole team is gelling very well together. It’s such a fantastic atmosphere. Fortunate to have the owner here today. He’s been a massive part of the success of this team. So just grateful that he’s made his way out. What a way to perform in front of him. It’s been special. 

On the Newlands being a full house 

Sell-out crowds give you that extra percent when you need it. Newlands is that crowd that really watches the cricket. It’s always nice being on the receiving end of the cheering. The support here has been phenomenal. I urge all Cape Townians to come out on Friday so that we can give them back one final time.