Johannesburg: Trashed by the Proteas by massive 141 runs in the first ODI, Indian skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni blamed his bowlers for the humiliation, stating that he was disappointed with the new-ball bowling.

“It wasn't a good game for us. We didn't start well with the new ball. It was definitely not a 350 pitch. Our bowlers let us down. It's important for us to bowl well. More than the death bowling, I was more disappointed with the new-ball bowling. We didn't find the right lengths. I think we need a bit more pace. Let's hope for the best," said Dhoni, adding that they were quite well prepared and made the most of those 2-3 days before the game.

Meanwhile, South African skipper AB de Villeiers said that if hw had won the toss, he too would have opted to bowl first. "I was going to bowl first too. I thought they were a bit too short in the first ten overs and that gave us the kickstart. Quinton showed great maturity for someone his age. JP timed it very well and made it look really easy. Steyn's a bit of a freak with any kind of ball. Splendid performance by the team. India will look to bounce but we're not going to stand back," he said.

Quinton de Kock, who was Man of the Match for his century, said, "I'm very proud, didn't expect this to happen. I'm also proud of the other guys for their individual performances. I'm not one for the punching the air celebrations. I like to keep it cool. I wouldn't say I'm the star. I'm just a 20-year-old trying to do my thing."