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Watch VideoProteas Women fully aware ‘how dangerous Athapaththu can be’ in Sri Lanka clash

The clear and present danger facing the Proteas’ Women’s team in Friday’s Tri-Series ODI clash against Sri Lanka is home team captain Chamari Athapaththu.

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Zaahier Adams|Published

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.

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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.

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Zaahier Adams|Published

Mandla Mashimbyi wants Proteas Women ‘to feel like they belong’ on Sri Lanka tour

Mandla Mashimbyi discusses the perfect blend of youth and experience in the Proteas Women squad ahead of the ODI Tri-Series in Sri Lanka, emphasising the importance of belonging and team unity.

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Zaahier Adams|Published

Watch VideoAnneke Bosch hoping to sweep the Proteas to success in Sri Lankan ODI Tri-Series

After being served a buffet of T20 cricket, Proteas women’s batter Anneke Bosch is eagerly looking forward to the upcoming ODI Tri-Series in Sri Lanka.

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Zaahier Adams|Published

Watch VideoProteas' Women hoping to simulate Sri Lankan conditions at upcoming training camp

Proteas Women’s batting coach Baakier Abrahams believes the upcoming tri-series against hosts Sri Lanka and India is the ideal preparation for the ICC Women’s World Cup later this year on the subcontinent.

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Zaahier Adams|Published

Watch VideoPakistan hosts Champions Trophy: More than just a cricket tournament

Pakistan is set to host its first major cricket tournament in nearly three decades, marking a significant milestone for the nation as it strives to showcase its safety and organisational capabilities on the global stage.

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Yolande Du Preez|Published

Australia's Steve Smith joins greats with 10,000 Test runs

In a historic moment at Galle, Steve Smith became just the 15th player in Test cricket history to reach 10,000 runs, joining an elite group of batting legends including Sachin Tendulkar and Ricky Ponting.

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Yolande Du Preez|Published

Watch Video'Wounded warrior' Temba Bavuma played through the pain barrier to help Proteas make history

All-in-all, Bavuma scored 504 at an average 72 over the course of the four Tests against Sri Lanka and Pakistan, scoring two centuries and three half-centuries in seven innings.

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John Goliath|Published

Watch VideoShukri Conrad, Rassie Erasmus share similar coaching recipes . . . which is why Proteas are cooking

Shukri Conrad's plans since taking over the Proetas red-ball team a couple of years ago mirrors Rassie Erasmus at the start of his tenure as Springboks coach.

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John Goliath|Published

The future of Test cricket in SA - a Call for Change

Exploring the challenges facing Test cricket in South Africa, this article argues for a shift towards limited-overs formats to boost attendance and engagement.

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Zaahier Adams|Published

Keshav Maharaj bowls Proteas to Test series victory over Sri Lanka and top of WTC table

The 2-0 series win also propelled the Proteas to the top of the World Test Championship log, moving above Australia in the standings.

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Sri Lanka battle hard to stay in second Test against South Africa

Dhananjaya de Silva and Kusal Mendis kept Sri Lanka’s hopes alive on the fourth day of the second Test against South Africa at St George’s Park on Sunday.

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Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Dane Paterson shines with five-for as Proteas take control in second Test against Sri Lanka

Dane Paterson continued his late-career revival when he bowled South Africa into a strong position on the third day of the second Test against Sri Lanka.

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Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Even contest: Verreynne on Proteas’ chances against Sri Lanka

As the Proteas face Sri Lanka, Kyle Verreynne shares insights on his century and the team's prospects in the second Test.

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Zaahier Adams|Published

Pathum Nissanka’s 89 powers Sri Lanka’s strong reply against South Africa in second Test

Sri Lanka were 242/3 when stumps were called on day two of the second Test match against the Proteas in Gqeberha.

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Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Paterson’s breakthrough and Verreynne’s century highlight Proteas’ day two

Kyle Verreynne’s explosive batting led South Africa to a strong position against Sri Lanka, highlighted by his stunning century and Dane Paterson’s crucial breakthroughs.

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Zaahier Adams|Published

Proteas and Sri Lanka battle for WTC final spot

In a gripping Test match at St George’s Park, South Africa and Sri Lanka face off, with both teams missing key opportunities that could secure their place in the ICC World Test Championship final

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Zaahier Adams|Published

Pathum Nissanka leads Sri Lanka's response after Proteas post 358 in second Test

Pathum Nissanka scored 41 runs as Sri Lanka fought back on day two of their first Test against South Africa on Friday.

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Lunga Biyela|Published

JP Duminy steps down as Proteas white-ball batting coach

JP Duminy has stepped down from his role as the batting coach of the Proteas' white ball teams.

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Lunga Biyela|Published

Watch VideoProteas vs Sri Lanka: Kyle Verreynne stars with third Test ton as Proteas post 358

Keyle Verreynne starred with a quite brilliant 105 from 133 balls, striking 12 fours and three sixes for the Proteas on day two of the second Test against Sri Lanka, in Gqeberha, on Friday.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Proteas' batting chaos overshadowed by Rickelton’s century

Ryan Rickelton's maiden Test century shines amidst South Africa's batting chaos on Day One of the second Test against Sri Lanka.

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Zaahier Adams|Published

Ryan Rickelton’s maiden Test ton anchors Proteas’ recovery against Sri Lanka in Gqeberha

A maiden Test century by Ryan Rickelton helped South Africa reach 269/7 on the first day of the second Test against Sri Lanka.

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Lunga Biyela|Published

Sri Lanka wake up from post-lunch slumber to get big wicket of Proteas' Temba Bavuma

In the first Test in Durban, Sri Lanka had bowled a short balls to Temba Bavuma without success. However, they got their man at St George's Park.

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John Goliath|Published

Temba Bavuma again shows Proteas batters how at St George's Park

Ryan Rickelton and Temba Bavuma showed that the St George's Park really has no demons, which haunted the batters in Durban.

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John Goliath|Published