The new Super League that is a new ICC ODI tournament over two years between 13 countries with the top seven gaining automatic qualification to the World Cup.

As it stands, South Africa are in ninth with 34 points.

Maharaj said that they must focus on rescuing the situation.

“Yes, it is a bit concerning. We can't keep saying, we'll focus on the next series, we need to take care of the points and start winning.

“It's not ideal.

“Our main focus is winning ODI games and the rest will take care of itself.”

The Proteas have home series lined up against the Netherlands and Bangladesh, but they will have to find a way to win in the 50-over format before touring England in 2022.

Meanwhile, Sri Lanka and the Proteas battle it out on Friday in the 1st T20 International.

@MorganPiek OFM Sport