Proteas showing out of touch Bavuma 'some love', confident he can regain form in ODIs

Proteas batter Janneman Malan believes captain Temba Bavuma can easily find his form before this month's T20 World Cup in Australia.

Malan says the three-match ODI series against India, starting on Thursday in Lucknow, is the perfect opportunity for Bavuma to regain his form.

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It's just about showing the guys some love," said Malan.

"Temba is in a bit of a patch, but it can quickly change and he can find form easily before the World Cup.

It's just about showing him love and to perform at his best."