Issued by: Office of Deputy President T.M. Mbeki
I wish to congratulate the South African cricket team in its very rare achievement in beating the West Indies in Centurion Park, thereby winning the series five nil.
This emphatic victory was all the more historic in that it happened so quickly after South Africa's readmission into international cricket. By defeating the mighty West Indies on home soil, South Africa attained a historic feat in that this was the first comprehensive 5 nil win over a visiting team. I take this opportunity of congratulating Hansie Cronje and his young team in achieving this milestone in international cricket.
I would also like to wish the South African team success in the coming World Cup and that it is hoped that they would emulate their rugby counterparts in bringing back the World Cup.
For further information contact Ronnie Mamoepa on cell no: 082 990 4853
18 January 1999