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Watch VideoAiden Markram piling on the runs in IPL

Aiden Markram has been shining in IPL 2025, leading the Proteas batsmen with impressive performances for Lucknow Super Giants, accumulating 323 runs at a strike-rate of 150.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Delhi Capitals down Lucknow Super Giants despite Aiden Markram's all-round effort

KL Rahul's unbeaten 57 steers Delhi Capitals to a thrilling eight-wicket victory over Lucknow Super Giants, reigniting their IPL campaign with a stunning performance.

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Watch VideoAiden Markram leads Lucknow to thrilling IPL victory against Gujarat

Aiden Markram and Nicholas Pooran powered Lucknow Super Giants to a thrilling six-wicket victory against Gujarat Titans, extending their winning streak at the IPL with standout performances, including Pooran's rapid 61 off 34 balls.

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AFP|Published

Proteas T20 captain Aiden Markram finds form with Lucknow Super Giants in IPL

After a slow start in an unfamiliar opening role, Proteas T20I captain Aiden Markram is hitting his stride in the IPL, forming a formidable partnership with Australia's Mitchell Marsh that's powering Lucknow Super Giants to impressive victories.

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Ongama Gcwabe|Published

Watch VideoHeinrich Klaasen and Aiden Markram miss opportunity on another IPL batting-friendly pitch

Proteas batsmen Heinrich Klaasen and Aiden Markram struggled on a flat IPL pitch as Sunrisers Hyderabad fell short against Lucknow Super Giants, highlighting ongoing debates around batting-friendly conditions.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoTristan Stubbs and Faf du Plessis triumph over Aiden Markram and David Miller in IPL showdown

Tristan Stubbs and Faf du Plessis led the Delhi Capitals to a thrilling one-wicket victory over Lucknow Super Giants, overshadowing notable performances by Aiden Markram and David Miller in a high-scoring IPL showdown.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoGroundhog Day … Proteas repeat mistakes with lack of batting intent in crucial ICC match

The most shocking aspect of the loss is that’s exactly what happened to South Africa on several occasions before in ICC matches, even sometimes when rain was incorrectly blamed for the Proteas’ exit.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Watch Video5 players that can turn Proteas Champions Trophy semi against New Zealand

With doubt over the fitness of Aiden Markram, Temba Bavuma and Tony de Zorzi, here are five players that must shine for the Proteas in Lahore.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoHeinrich Klaasen: The key to Proteas' Champions Trophy victory?

Heinrich Klaasen has been passed fit and should slot right back into the Proteas batting lineup against England on Saturday in Lahore.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoProteas set to dominate England in Champions Trophy showdown

The already eliminated England are a team in the rebuilding phases as skipper Jos Buttler seemingly edges towards the end of his tenure as captain.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Watch Video‘Klapping’ the spinners the key for Proteas at Champions Trophy

How well the Proteas batsmen played spin against Afghanistan could be an excellent gauge of how far SA can progress in the Champions Trophy on the hard and flat surfaces they will face in Pakistan and the UAE.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Rickelton ‘chuffed’ with maiden ODI ton to get Proteas up and running in Karachi

Ryan Rickelton has not only made his mark on the ICC Champions Trophy with a stellar century but has also established himself as a rising star within the Proteas squad.

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Zaahier Adams|Published

Watch VideoProteas cruise to comfortable 107-run victory in Champions Trophy opener against Afghanistan

The Proteas began their ICC Champions Trophy campaign with a commanding 107-run victory over Afghanistan in Karachi on Friday.

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Zaahier Adams|Published

Watch VideoChampions Trophy: Ryan Rickelton century leads Proteas' 315-run assault in Karachi

Ryan Rickelton announced himself on the global stage with a magnificent maiden ICC tournament century to power South Africa to an imposing 315/6 in their Champions Trophy opener against Afghanistan on Friday.

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Zaahier Adams|Published

Six things Proteas must do to seize momentum against Afghanistan in ICC Champions Trophy opener

With the Proteas’ ICC Champions Trophy opener against Afghanistan on the horizon, here are six key strategies SA must employ to secure a confident start in Karachi.

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Zaahier Adams|Updated

COLUMN | Proteas must not be shy to think out of the box at ICC Champions Trophy

There are some major selection calls Proteas coach Rob Walter has to make for the ICC Champions Trophy, and I think it is worth trying something different, writes Ashfak Mohamed.

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Ashfak Mohamed|Published

MI Cape Town dominates SA20 S3 dream team

MI Cape Town players shine in the Betway SA20 Team of the Season, with standout performances from Ryan Rickelton and Dewald Brevis leading the charge.

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Jehran Naidoo|Published

Watch VideoProteas miss out on extra match practice ahead of Champions Trophy, but does it matter?

Both times in the Tri-Nation series, South Africa managed totals of over 300 (304 and 352) but their opposition had little difficult in chasing down the big scores.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoEmbracing all-rounders could be key to Champions Trophy success for Proteas

As the Proteas prepare for the Champions Trophy in Pakistan, the team faces critical decisions on player selection, particularly the inclusion of all-rounders to optimise performance on batting-friendly pitches. "

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John Goliath|Published

Six game-changing players in the SA20 final

Discover the six players who could make a significant impact in the SA20 Final between MI Cape Town and Sunrisers Eastern Cape tonight

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Ongama Gcwabe|Published

Tony de Zorzi ready to be Sunrisers' crunch time man

Initially the dreadlocked left-hander was overlooked at the Season 1 draft. Fast forward to Season 2 and De Zorzi found himself opening the batting for Durban’s Super Giants.

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Zaahier Adams|Published

Markram reflects on challenging season ahead of SA20 final

Sunrisers Eastern Cape gear up for their third SA20 final against MI Cape Town, reflecting on a challenging season and the uncertainty surrounding fast bowler Ottneil Baartman’s fitness.

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Ongama Gcwabe|Published

Sunrisers Eastern Cape aim for third straight final in SA20

Sunrisers Eastern Cape look to secure their place in the SA20 final as they face the Paarl Royals tonight, following a decisive win over the Joburg Super Kings

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Obakeng Meletse|Published

Injury challenges for JSK ahead of SA20 eliminator

Tonight, SuperSport Park hosts the SA20 Eliminator between Sunrisers Eastern Cape and Joburg Super Kings, with both teams facing high stakes and injury challenges.

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Ongama Gcwabe|Published

Markram wants Sunrisers’ batters to give bowlers ‘something to work with’ against Joburg

It is slightly perturbing that even at this late stage of the competition that the Sunrisers Eastern Cape’s top-order continue to misfire in the SA20.

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Zaahier Adams|Published