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EXCLUSIVE: Waiting game almost over as Proteas batter David Bedingham gets fit for World Test Championship final

Proteas batter David Bedingham is set to return to the park in Durham's fixture against Somerset next week after the 31-year-old suffered a broken toe in his first county game of the season last month.

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Ongama Gcwabe|Published

Players stuck in middle with IPL, national teams on collision course

With the IPL set to resume after a suspension due to the India-Pakistan conflict, players face a dilemma as their commitments clash with national team preparations for the World Test Championship. Will they prioritise lucrative IPL contracts or their countries?

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Chloe Tryon shares her journey with Proteas Women as they prepare for World Cup

From their slow start against India to the thrashing they handed Sri Lanka in their last game, Chloe Tryon reflects on a difficult Tri-Series for the Proteas Women.

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Jehran Naidoo|Published

Remainder of IPL to be held between May 17-June 3 after ceasefire

The remainder of the Indian Premier League will be played across six venues, the country's cricket board said.

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AFP|Published

Watch VideoIPL set to resume as discussions restart after ceasefire: reports

The IPL is poised to resume as the BCCI monitors the situation following the India-Pakistan ceasefire, with officials set to meet and decide on the tournament's future.

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AFP|Published

Annerie ‘the dog’ Dercksen solidifies Proteas Women place with Tri-Series heroics

Annerie Dercksen's remarkable performances in the tri-series cup in Sri Lanka have solidified her place in the Proteas Women’s squad, earning praise from her captain and showcasing her potential ahead of the World Cup

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Jehran Naidoo|Published

Indian cricket to make 'final decision' on IPL over Pakistan conflict

Indian cricket will decide on Friday what happens to the rest of the IPL season following deadly confrontations between India and Pakistan

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AFP|Published

Sinalo Jafta doesn’t view Karabo Meso as competition as Proteas Women gear up for Sri Lanka clash

Experienced Proteas Women wicket-keeper batter Sinalo Jafta emphasised that she does not view the up-and-coming Karabo Meso as competition for her spot in the team.

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Ongama Gcwabe|Published

MS Dhoni has no plans to retire just yet

India great Mahendra Singh Dhoni says he has no plans to retire just yet.

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AFP|Published

India captain Rohit Sharma announces retirement from Test cricket

Rohit Sharma, the captain of India, has announced his retirement from Test cricket just ahead of the team's crucial tour of England, marking the end of a significant chapter in his illustrious career.

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AFP|Published

Watch VideoTop-order troubles leave Proteas Women in peril ahead of decisive clashes

The Proteas Women must deliver strong performances in their upcoming Tri-Series matches against India and Sri Lanka to keep their hopes alive after two consecutive losses, Coach Mandla Mashimbiyi said.

Sport Cricket Proteas Women
Jehran Naidoo|Published

EXCLUSIVE: Lahore Qalandars coach Russell Domingo: Coaching in Pakistan Super League different from South Africa

Discover how Russell Domingo's coaching style is shaping the Lahore Qalandars in the Pakistan Super League as they aim for a top-two finish ahead of a crucial derby against the Karachi Kings.

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Ongama Gcwabe|Published

Proteas Women aim to adapt better to heat for India clash in Colombo

Proteas Women all-rounder Nadine de Klerk emphasised the team's ambitions to better adapt to the scorching heat in Sri Lanka so as to bunce back next week after suffering two consecutive defeat this week.

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Ongama Gcwabe|Published

Proteas Women live by the sword and die by the sword, says Lara Goodall despite Sri Lanka loss

Despite back-to-back defeats in the Tri-Series, Lara Goodall's impressive form offers hope for the Proteas Women as they prepare for the ODI World Cup.

Sport Cricket Proteas Women
Ongama Gcwabe|Published

Annerie Dercksen’s maiden 50 takes Proteas Women past 200-run mark against Sri Lanka

Annerie Dercksen continued to impress at the international stage as she showed determination, rescuing South Africa from a spot of bother and guiding the side to a decent total at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on Friday.

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Ongama Gcwabe|Published

Managing young talent: Rahul Dravid's insights on Vaibhav Suryavanshi

Catch the Rajasthan Royals vs Mumbai Indians today

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IANS|Published

Watch VideoRahul Dravid says Vaibhav Suryavanshi, 14, needs support from fame

Rajasthan Royals' head coach Rahul Dravid praises 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi's fearless play after his record-breaking century, while cautioning him about the pressures of fame.

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AFP|Published

What were you doing when you were 14? Indian kid Suryavanshi hits spectacular IPL ton

Indian batter Vaibhav Suryavanshi makes history as the youngest player to score a senior T20 century, leading Rajasthan Royals to victory over Gujarat Titans.

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AFP|Published

Watch VideoDewald Brevis shines on CSK debut, drawing praise from Anil Kumble and comparisons to Chris Gayle

South African cricketer Dewald Brevis impressed with a standout debut for Chennai Super Kings in the IPL, drawing praise from Anil Kumble and drew comparisons with Chris Gayle, highlighting his potential as a future star for the franchise.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Ayabonga Khaka playing for Proteas Women badge, living the dream at 32

After making her Proteas Women debut more than 12 years ago, Ayabonga Khaka’s journey has not only been one of world-class fast bowling ability but also of unwavering passion for representing South Africa and doing her family proud.

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Ongama Gcwabe|Published

SA trio Justin Sammons, Charl Langeveldt and Rivash Gobind turn Zimbabwe cricket around

South African trio Justin Sammons, Charl Langeveldt and Rivash Gobind turned the Zimbabwe Test cricket team around with the side's first victory away from home in four years.

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Ongama Gcwabe|Published

Proteas Under-19 ladies begin quest for World Cup greatness

Not to sound too crass, but if the men can’t get the job done, we should back the Proteas Women to finally win South Africa a Cricket World Cup.

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Jehran Naidoo|Published

Watch VideoWATCH: Indy Sport Show with Proteas Women star Annerie Dercksen

Proteas Women star Annerie Dercksen goes into detail how she is adapting from the tranquillity of farm life back home in Beaufort West to living out of a suitcase from hotel to hotel as an international cricketer.

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Zaahier Adams|Published

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.

Sport Cricket
Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoFormer cricketer Michael Slater sentenced after pleading guilty to domestic violence charges

Michael Slater, once a celebrated Australian cricketer, faces the consequences of his actions with a suspended four-year prison sentence for domestic violence.

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John Goliath|Published