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Chloe Tryon thrilled to return to Proteas Women ahead of tough tri-series against India and Sri Lanka

Chloe Tryon, having overcome a career-threatening injury, is eager to showcase her skills in the upcoming tri-series in Sri Lanka, marking her return to the spotlight.

Sport Cricket Proteas Women
Jehran Naidoo|Published

Watch VideoShukri Conrad praised as ideal choice for Proteas by former selector

Shukri Conrad emerged as the ideal candidate to lead the Proteas across all formats following Rob Walter's unexpected resignation, backed by his successful tenure as Test coach and praised by former selector Hussein Manack for his understanding of the game and ability to get the best out of players.

Sport Cricket
Michael Sherman|Published

Proteas' white ball coach Rob Walter steps down citing personal reasons

Rob Walter has stepped down as Proteas' white ball coach despite guiding the team to their first ICC final in 25 years. Cricket South Africa announced his resignation on Tuesday, with Walter citing personal reasons for his departure.

Sport Cricket
Lunga Biyela|Published

Watch VideoProteas' Champions Trophy: A final showdown for Rassie van der Dussen?

Rassie van der Dussen may have been a fixture in the Proteas One-Day International team since he made his debut in 2019, but now the 36-year-old is well aware of the fact that there is a host of young talent rising up through the ranks.

Sport Cricket Proteas
Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoWill Tabraiz Shamsi and Keshav Maharaj play a major role on flat pitches for Proteas at Champions Trophy?

Against Afghanistan, only Keshav Maharaj played and was impressive with his return of 1/46 in 10 overs.

Sport Cricket Proteas
Michael Sherman|Published

It’s fun having Kagiso Rabada in my ear, says Proteas youngster Kwena Maphaka

Proteas paceman Kwena Maphaka will eagerly await an opportunity to feature in the Champions Trophy and prove his worth and ingenuity as a fast bowler, given the flat conditions.

Sport Cricket Proteas
Jehran Naidoo|Published

Watch VideoGraeme Smith pays tribute to IPL backers and Indian audience for success of SA20

SA20 commissioner Graeme Smith explained how important the Indian audience was to the SA20.

Sport Cricket Domestic
Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoWhat role will Kwena Maphaka play for Proteas at Champions Trophy?

Barring injury to any of the 15-member playing squad, Kwena Maphaka cannot be considered for selection for any of the matches but that doesn’t mean it won’t be a massive learning experience for the youngster.

Sport Cricket Proteas
Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoIs Dewald Brevis finally ready for the Proteas step-up?

Dewald Brevis ended as the sixth highest run-scorer in the SA2n. His 291 runs also came at the second highest average (48. 5) of the top-10 run-scorers, and the best strike-rate among the same list with his 184. 18.

Sport Cricket Proteas
Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoDewald Brevis working hard behind the scenes to return to Proteas

Now aged 21, Dewald Brevis has experience in four major T20 leagues around the world  including 10 matches in the Indian Premier League and 24 in the SA20.

Sport Cricket Domestic
Michael Sherman|Published

Captain Kayla Reyneke’s effort not enough for SA Under-19 in World Cup warm-up

The SA Under-19 women have until Saturday to put the finishing touches on their game before their T20 World Cup clash against New Zealand in Sarawak, Malaysia.

Sport Cricket Proteas Women
Jehran Naidoo|Published

Being a good keeper is about being the loudest, says SA’s Karabo Meso at Under-19 World Cup

The first match for South Africa at the ICC Under-19 Women’s T20 World Cup will commence on Saturday against New Zealand in Malaysia, and conclude on February 2.

Sport Cricket Proteas Women
Jehran Naidoo|Published

Watch VideoProteas’ Seshnie Naidu aims to be ‘the best leg-spinner at Under-19 World Cup’

With her parents, friends and extended family excited to see her represent South Africa, Seshnie Naidu said she is looking forward to competing against the best under-19s in the world.

Sport Cricket Proteas Women
Jehran Naidoo|Published

SA Under-19 women end World Cup warm-up with series victory

SA Under-19 women’s captain Kayla Reyneke said the USA series was important practice before the T20 World Cup, and that it added to the team’s camaraderie and spirit.

Sport Cricket Proteas Women
Jehran Naidoo|Published

Proteas pass Tests but still have limited failures

Temba Bavuma has been in the form of his life this past year. BackpagePix

The Star Sport
Zaahier Adams|Published

Pakistan vs South Africa: Proteas’ Reeza Hendricks approaches each game as if it’s his last

Reeza Hendricks scored his maiden T20I century as he bludgeoned 117 from 63 balls with seven fours and 10 sixes, as he helped the hosts chase down the imposing 207 for victory set by Pakistan.

Sport Cricket
Michael Sherman|Published

Reeza and Rassie Show does the job as Proteas clinch series win over Pakistan

Having endured a series of low scores, opener Reeza Hendricks was on song right from the start as the Proteas hunted down a mammoth 207 target to beat Pakistan.

Saturday Star Sport
Ongama Gcwabe|Published

Proteas master blaster David Miller: I know what I’m capable of

The Proteas have lost Anrich Nortjé for the remainder of the T20Is and the ODI series to a toe injury, but will have Tabraiz Shamsi available for selection at his home ground tonight.

Cape Times Sport
Zaahier Adams|Published

David Miller enjoying having ‘more overs’ to bat at No 4 for Proteas against Pakistan

Despite recent losses to the West Indies and India, David Miller reiterated that the Proteas are looking forward to registering their first T20I series victory this year against Pakistan.

The Star Sport
Ongama Gcwabe|Published

Age is nothing but a number for Proteas comeback kings Dane Paterson, George Linde

Dane Paterson and George Linde's performances for the Proteas this week just goes to to show that "age ain't nothing but a number".

Sport Cricket Proteas
John Goliath|Published

George Linde bringing the ‘fire’ to Proteas again

South Africa bowled 23 extras in Durban, including eight wides and two no-balls – a feat that George Linde believes the team will fix in tomorrow’s second T20I against Pakistan.

The Star Sport
Ongama Gcwabe|Published

No bus, no fuss for Proteas’ George Linde against Pakistan

Now spinning all-rounder George Linde will hope to kick on in the second T20I between the Proteas and Pakistan in Centurion tomorrow after a superb display in the opener.

Cape Times Sport
Ongama Gcwabe|Published

Watch VideoCOMMENT: Proteas’ Kwena Maphaka strikes fear into opposition, and he’s just getting started

Not only is Kwena Maphaka unique in that he is a left-arm quick of which there are not many in South Africa, the fact that he can already bowl so quickly at such a young age speaks to his massive potential.

Sport Cricket
Michael Sherman|Published

George Linde missed the team bus before top all-round display in Proteas win over Pakistan

George Linde reignited the South African innings towards the end with a brilliant 48 off 24 balls, before taking career-best figures with the ball.

Sport Cricket Proteas
John Goliath|Published

By George! Proteas survive a thriller at Kingsmead

South Africa’s David Miller leads the charge with riveting 82 off 40 balls, but George Linde’s late innings heroics with both bat and ball turns the tide against visitors in first T20I at Kingsmead on Tuesday night.

The Star Sport
Ongama Gcwabe|Published