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Steyn hails Bavuma's 179 as the 'new Little Master'
Original: 'The new Little Master!' Dale Steyn crowns South African skipper Temba Bavuma with ultimate moniker after majestic 179 vs Australia in Gqeberha
Temba Bavuma scored a majestic 179 for South Africa against Australia in Gqeberha, prompting former fast bowler Dale Steyn to dub the Proteas skipper 'the new Little Master'. Bavuma's innings anchored South Africa's reply in the Test, and Steyn's tribute drew wide attention among cricket fans debating the comparison to Sunil Gavaskar, the original holder of the nickname.
Why now: Bavuma's big Test century against Australia and Steyn's flattering nickname comparison have sparked fan discussion.
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