Injuries are one of the most unfortunate things that could happen to a player—especially to ones that are special. When fit, Dale Steyn is the best pacer in the world. However, after an injury lay-off that saw him stay out of cricket for over a year, he made a comeback against India, only to get injured once again and miss the series as a result.

And West Indian legend Michael Holding is really disappointed at the bad luck of the Protea. Apparently, Holding adores him and finds it entertaining to see him perform.

“I was very disappointed when I heard that he got injured. When I saw him limping off the field and I discovered it was a bruised heel, I knew it was going to take some time for him to recover," Holding said.

"I had that problem. I love watching that man perform. He has such great control. He has all the aggression a fast bowler requires,” Holding said.

Holding then lauded his ability to play match-winning roles despite not being as quick as he once was.

“He has the pace, maybe not as quick as when he was a youngster, but you don’t expect him to be. He came back and he showed he is still a match-winner. I am really disappointed that he will no longer be involved in this series.”

The South African is reportedly going to be out for 6 weeks, but Holding believes that he will be back stronger than ever as this time, his injury is not as grave as the last one.

“This one (injury) is not anywhere near as serious as the one he had. The shoulder problem he had was a really big one because it is the mechanical part of your body that does all the hard work,” Holding said.