Out of the semifinal race, South Africa will simply be playing for pride after two wins and five losses in the competition.  With Imran Tahir and JP Duminy confirming their retirement from ODI cricket following the conclusion of the World Cup, and questions also surrounding other veterans such as Hashim Amla, there is still enough to play for.

And for Du Plessis, the fact that it will be Australia on the other side of the square only makes the occasion all the more special.