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Proteas’ concern grows ahead of Test final after Temba Bavuma’s elbow injury flares up again
The Proteas will be hoping that their captain Temba Bavuma will be fit enough to lead them into battle at Lord's after suffering a recurrence of his elbow injury.
We don’t want to get caught with our pants down at ICC events, Proteas fielding coach
Proteas fielding coach Gwavu has emphasised strategic talent nurturing for ICC events to finally secure a major title after near misses.
India are the Champions Trophy winners, but with a big disclaimer
India were always going to win the Champions Trophy, in a tournament they engineered the odds to be permanently in their favour.
India clinch record third Champions Trophy with dramatic win over New Zealand
India created history in Dubai, securing an unprecedented third Champions Trophy title with a thrilling four-wicket victory over New Zealand.
New Zealand reach 251-7 against India in Champions Trophy final
Indian spinners dominated the Champions Trophy final in Dubai as New Zealand fought back through Mitchell (63) and Bracewell's explosive 53* to post a competitive 251-7, setting up an intriguing chase for India's pursuit of a record third trophy.
Champions Trophy: relive key encounters between India and New Zealand ahead of summit clash
While India entered the contest as favourites, their record against New Zealand in ICC tournament finals tells a different story
India’s monopoly will lead cricket to eventual ruin
Monopoly isn’t just a board game — it reflects real-world power. From the Dutch East India Company’s brutal control to De Beers’ diamond dominance, monopolies have led to exploitation and market manipulation. Now, Indian cricket holds 62% of the sport’s revenue, expanding its grip globally. With the IPL valued at $11 billion, cricket risks falling into the classic monopoly trap — higher prices, fewer choices, and suppressed competition.
'Totally unfair': No Champions Trophy final deals one last blow to hosts Pakistan
Pakistan's hopes of hosting its first major cricket final in three decades were dashed as political tensions with India force the Champions Trophy decider to Dubai.
Virat Kohli leads India to Champions Trophy final with victory over Australia
Vintage Virat Kohli delivers a masterful 84-run innings as India dramatically chase down Australia's 264 to secure a thrilling four-wicket victory in the Champions Trophy semi-final, setting up a final showdown with either South Africa or New Zealand.
When will the India bullying stop?
WIth the Indian team and the BCCI generating the majority of the finances in the game cricket, has the ICC allowed them to call the shots and thus handing India unfair advantages in ICC events?
Australia in Champions Trophy semis as rain hits Afghanistan's chances
Drama unfolds in Lahore as rain forces an early end to a crucial Champions Trophy clash, securing Australia's semi-final spot while leaving Afghanistan's fate hanging precariously on England's performance against South Africa.
Proteas batter Rassie van der Dussen: More pressure on India with ‘home advantage’ in Champions Trophy
Proteas batsman Rassie van der Dussen says India's unfair advantage of playing in one stadium can work for or against them.
Triumphant Afghanistan knock England out of Champions Trophy
In a stunning Champions Trophy upset, Afghanistan's Ibrahim Zadran smashed a record-breaking 177 while Azmatullah Omarzai's five-wicket haul sealed a dramatic eight-run victory over England.
Rachin Ravindra ton powers New Zealand into semis, hosts Pakistan out
Rachin Ravindra's masterful century guided New Zealand to a commanding five-wicket victory over Bangladesh in the Champions Trophy, securing a semi-final berth while dramatically ending hosts Pakistan's tournament hopes.
Proteas 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.
Champions 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.
Shubman Gill ton powers India to win over Bangladesh in Champions Trophy
Shubman Gill's masterful unbeaten century and Mohammed Shami's devastating five-wicket haul propelled India to a convincing six-wicket victory over Bangladesh in their Champions Trophy opener in Dubai.
Pakistan blow as injured opener Fakhar Zaman out of Champions Trophy
Pakistan's Champions Trophy campaign suffers a major setback as key opener Fakhar Zaman is ruled out through injury, just days before their crucial clash with arch-rivals India.
New Zealand spoil historic day for Pakistan in Champions Trophy
Tom Latham and Will Young's magnificent centuries powered New Zealand to a commanding 60-run victory over Pakistan, dampening the hosts' celebrations as they hosted their first ICC event in 30 years.
Champions Trophy: SA's batting order conundrum as Mulder stakes his claim
With an abundance of batting talent and limited spots available, South Africa's Champions Trophy campaign presents both a selection challenge and an opportunity for all-rounder Wiaan Mulder to cement his place in the team.
Hindsight is 20/20, but why do the Proteas keep picking Anrich Nortje?
In hindsight, it was a surprise Anrich Nortje was included at all in the Proteas squad for the ICC Champions Trophy next month.
UK government says England should play Afghanistan cricket match
Cabinet minister Lisa Nandy has urged England to go ahead with their ICC Champions Trophy match against Afghanistan.
WATCH: Should South Africa boycott their Champions Trophy match against Afghanistan?
In the Champions Trophy, it will be difficult to imagine South Africa boycotting their match against Afghanistan unless Australia and England also agree to not honour their fixture against the Afghans.
Gayton McKenzie urges Proteas to boycott ICC Champions Trophy clash with Afghanistan over Taliban's ban on women's sport
South African sports minister Gayton McKenzie has called on the Proteas to boycott their ICC Champions Trophy match against Afghanistan.
Proteas’ Gerald Coetzee in race against time to be fit for Champions Trophy
The 24-year-old Gerald Coetzee is currently out injured with a groin problem but will hope to make the Proteas squad for the ICC Champions Trophy starting in February.