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Watch VideoProteas' ICC Emerging star Dercksen feels she's better prepared for mighty Mandhana now

A more experienced Annerie Dercksen is hoping to play a big role for the Proteas Women's team during the ODI Tri-Series against Sri Lanka and India.

Sport Cricket Proteas Women
Zaahier Adams|Published

Watch VideoProteas rookie trio pushing everyone to work harder ahead of Sri Lanka trip, says Wolvaardt

Laura Wolvaardt is looking to make the transition from the junior ranks into the senior national team just a little bit easier for rookies such as Karabo Meso, Miané Smit and Seshnie Naidu.

Sport Cricket Proteas Women
Zaahier Adams|Published

Watch VideoTeenagers Meso and Naidu impress Proteas Women's coach with 'fearless type of mindset'

Proteas Women’s coach Mandla Mashimbyi is hoping teenagers Seshnie Naidu and Karabo Meso bring their “fearless type of mindset” with them on the upcoming tour to Sri Lanka.

Sport Cricket Proteas Women
Zaahier Adams|Published

Dercksen looking to create more ‘unforgettable moments’

Annerie Dercksen was named ICC Emerging Player of the Year after a stellar maiden season with the Proteas Women’s team.

The Star Sport
Zaahier Adams|Published

Little things hurting Proteas Women at the moment, says Marizanne Kapp

Marizanne Kapp has been impressed by the impact new coach Mandla Mashimbyi has had, and she believes he has what it takes to shake up the Proteas Women in the right direction.

The Star Sport
Obakeng Meletse|Published

Watch VideoProteas women banking on Marizanne Kapp services for as long as possible

Cricket South Africa (CSA) are set on keeping world-class allrounder Marizanne Kapp playing for as long as possible.

Sport Cricket
Michael Sherman|Published

Proteas’ welcome back Kapp and Khaka with open arms

With the return of experienced players Marizanne Kapp and Ayabonga Khaka, the Proteas Women’s team aims to rebound from a disappointing T20 series against England as they prepare for the crucial ODI series.

The Star Sport
Zaahier Adams|Published

Kapp is too good to give up, say Du Preez

Proteas interim coach Dillon du Preez shares insights on Marizanne Kapp's emotional reaction after the T20 World Cup final and discusses her potential future in international cricket.

The Star Sport
Zaahier Adams|Published

T20 World Cup final heartbreak as Proteas Women crumble in the face of New Zealand pressure

It was another bridge too far for the Proteas Women after they also fell at the final hurdle at the previous T20 World Cup final on home soil against Australia in 2023.

Sport Cricket Proteas Women
John Goliath|Published

Anneke Bosch: Best is yet to come for Proteas Women ahead of T20 World Cup final

Apart from bringing new interest to the women's game, Sunday's final will also pit the two sides that have played the canniest and most courageous cricket over the competition.

Sport Cricket Proteas Women
Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Watch VideoCometh the hour, cometh the Proteas Women at the T20 World Cup

The manner of of South Africa’s win was about as emphatic as you get in a T20 International game with the victory by eight wickets with 16 balls to spare.

Sport Cricket
Michael Sherman|Published

Anneke Bosch plays innings of a lifetime as Proteas Women do the ‘impossible’ in T20 World Cup semi-final

Anneke Bosch produced the innings of a lifetime, as the Proteas Women’s team chased down Australia’s tricky target to qualify for the Women’s ICC T20 World Cup final.

Sport Cricket Proteas Women
John Goliath|Published

Proteas win toss and bowl in Women’s T20 World Cup semi against Australia

Proteas skipper Laura Wolvaardt called correctly at the toss, and surprisingly decided to let Australia have the first bat on the wicket in the high pressure match.

Sport Cricket Proteas Women
Michael Sherman|Published

Five key player match-ups in Proteas v Australia Dubai semi-final

The Proteas Women’s team and defending champions Australia will meet in a rematch of last year’s T20 World Cup final in the first semi-final in Dubai today.

Cape Times Sport
Zaahier Adams|Published

No time like the present for the Proteas to shock Australia at Women’s T20 World Cup

South Africa will now face Australia in a rematch of the 2023 T20 World Cup final.

Sport Cricket Proteas Women
Michael Sherman|Published

Proteas book semi-final against queens of Oz

Laura Wolvaardt’s team faced an anxious three-day wait, but eventually progressed to the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup semi-final after the West Indies knocked out England.

The Star Sport
Zaahier Adams|Published

Brilliant newball pair and a few dropped catches

The United Arab Emirates is generally known for its spinner-friendly wickets and Nonkululeko Mlaba and Chloe Tryon have taken full advantage of the conditions.

Sunday Tribune Sport
Ongama Gcwabe|Published

Brits shines as Proteas Women edge closer to semi-finals

The Proteas Women clinched a crucial seven-wicket victory against Bangladesh in Dubai, but their net run rate took a hit. Tazmin Brits’ stellar performance and a disciplined bowling effort kept South Africa’s semi-final hopes alive in a nail-biting tournament scenario.

Sunday Tribune Sport
Ongama Gcwabe|Published

Tazmin Brits the star of the show as Proteas beat Bangladesh to put one foot in Women’s T20 World Cup semis

Tazmin Brits was named the player of the match after helping South Africa beat Bangladesh to put one foot in the semi-finals of the Women’s T20 World Cup.

Sport Cricket Proteas Women
Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Marizanne Kapp hunting for Proteas T20 World Cup glory with bat and ball

Laura Wolvaardt’s Proteas Women side face Bangladesh in Dubai tomorrow, and require a victory in order to progress to their third consecutive T20 World Cup semi-final.

Cape Times Sport
Zaahier Adams|Published

More a ‘confidence thing’ for Marizanne Kapp to perform for Proteas Women

Marizanne Kapp was superb in the Proteas Women’s 80-run victory over Scotland this week, where she provided much-needed impetus to the innings with a rapid 43 off 24 balls.

Cape Argus Sport
Zaahier Adams|Published

Marizanne Kapp must bat higher as spin still an issue for Proteas Women at T20 World Cup

Ongama Gcwabe highlights three takeaways from the Proteas Women performance in their victory over Scotland at the T20 Women’s World Cup in the UAE.

The Star Sport
Ongama Gcwabe|Published

South Africa had to be at their best to beat Scotland, says Proteas’ Marizanne Kapp

It was a top all-round performance by South Africa against Scotland in their T20 World Cup clash, felt Proteas player Marizanne Kapp.

Sport Cricket Proteas Women
Michael Sherman|Published

Can’t ask for more from ‘ruthless’ Proteas Women, says captain Laura Wolvaardt

Laura Wolvaardt’s Proteas had two objectives: beat Scotland, and then win by a large-enough margin to improve their net run-rate, and it was mission accomplished on both fronts.

Cape Times Sport
Zaahier Adams|Published

No dip in confidence for Proteas women ahead of Scotland Women’s T20 World Cup clash

The Proteas lost by seven wickets to England on Monday, after they thumped the West Indies in their tournament opener by 10 wickets over the weekend.

Sport Cricket Proteas Women
Michael Sherman|Published