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Tony de Zorzi’s superb 141 sets up Western Province’s batting bonanza at Newlands

Proteas Test opener Tony de Zorzi is warming up nicely for the ICC World Test Championship final at Lord’s later this year with a superb 141 for Western Province.

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Zaahier Adams|Published

Watch Video5 players that can turn Proteas Champions Trophy semi against New Zealand

With doubt over the fitness of Aiden Markram, Temba Bavuma and Tony de Zorzi, here are five players that must shine for the Proteas in Lahore.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Proteas lose the toss and field first against England

The Proteas will field first against England without their Captain Temba Bavuma and Tony ze Zorzi due to an illness.

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Jehran Naidoo|Published

Watch VideoProteas' Ryan Rickelton a shoe-in to fill Quinton de Kock's big boots at Champions Trophy

After a remarkable resurgence with a sensational 259 in the New Year’s Test against Pakistan, Ryan Rickelton aims to prove his worth at the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy.

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John Goliath|Published

Tony de Zorzi ready to be Sunrisers' crunch time man

Initially the dreadlocked left-hander was overlooked at the Season 1 draft. Fast forward to Season 2 and De Zorzi found himself opening the batting for Durban’s Super Giants.

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Zaahier Adams|Published

Sunrisers Eastern Cape SA20 three-peat still alive as they flush Paarl Royals

The Sunrisers Eastern Cape have risen up when it matters most over the past two nights, beating Joburg Super Kings and Paarl Royals to reach the SA20 final.

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Ongama Gcwabe|Published

Watch VideoCOMMENT: Why this Proteas Test team could be SA’s best-ever

This Proteas side not burdened by superstars have surpassed expectations to achieve a significant milestone which have prompted comparison to some of the great South African Test teams.

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Michael Sherman|Published

De Zorzi's unfortunate dismissal highlights Sri Lanka's bowling prowess

In a thrilling first Test, Tony de Zorzi faced a cruel dismissal, while Ryan Rickelton celebrated his maiden century amidst Sri Lanka's bowling challenges.

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Zaahier Adams|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

Overcoming injuries to achieving a ‘satisfying’ milestone

Temba Bavuma reflects on a challenging year filled with injuries and personal triumphs, culminating in a remarkable Test century against Sri Lanka.

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Ongama Gcwabe|Published

Drama unfolds as Bavuma, Stubbs celebrate Test centuries

South Africa's cricketing drama unfolds as Temba Bavuma and Tristan Stubbs shine with remarkable centuries, leading their team to a memorable Test victory against Sri Lanka

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Ongama Gcwabe|Published

Marco Jansen blows Sri Lanka away as Proteas take massive first-innings lead

Sri Lanka's previous lowest total was 71 against Pakistan in Kandy in 1994. It was also the lowest total by any team against South Africa.

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John Goliath|Published

Sri Lanka make the most of overcast conditions to leave Proteas reeling in Durban | South Africa vs Sri Lanka

Proteas captain Temba Bavuma and wicket-keeper batsman Kyle Verreynne were still the crease when the teams left the field for an early lunch.

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John Goliath|Published

Proteas to rely on pace attack, all-rounders for crucial Sri Lanka Test in Durban

The Proteas and Sri Lanka will battle it out in the first match of their two-Test series in Durban from Wednesday with places in the ICC Test Championship final still up for grabs.

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John Goliath|Published

Proteas youngsters receive nod of approval from skipper Temba Bavuma

Though Temba Bavuma played no part in the series due to injury, he would have been more than pleased with how some of the youngsters in a largely inexperienced squad performed.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Proteas batters mature and clever in Bangladesh, says centurion Tony de Zorzi

Proteas opener Tony de Zorzi emphasised that the new-age cricketers, regardless of race, have the belief and confidence to continue pushing the envelope at the highest level.

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Ongama Gcwabe|Published

All about the ‘experiences’ for Proteas opener Tony de Zorzi in Chattogram

Tony de Zorzi feels the second-Test performance against Bangladesh is part of the natural upward trajectory this fledgling Proteas batting unit have made over the last 12 months.

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Zaahier Adams|Published

Wiaan Mulder, Tony de Zorzi bloom for Proteas before bowlers leave Bangladesh in tatters

After a patchy start to his Test career, Wiaan Mulder is now blossoming into quite the all-rounder for the Shukri Conrad’s Proteas.

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John Goliath|Published

Young guns shine with twin Test tons

Tony de Zorzi and Tristan Stubbs marked their arrival on the Test scene with magnificent maiden centuries, putting South Africa in command at 307/2 on day one in Chattogram. The young duo’s 201-run partnership showcases South Africa’s promising cricket future.

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Zaahier Adams|Published

Tristan Stubbs maturing into a top cricketer for the Proteas

Tristan Stubbs scored his maiden Test ton - 106 - with a strong defence and patience, coupled his ability to take on the bowlers with big shots over the top.

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John Goliath|Published

Bangladesh v SA: Tigers swept aside by duo

In a commanding display of batting prowess, Tony de Zorzi and Tristan Stubbs set the tone on the opening day of the second Test. Their performances were marked by a variety of innovative shots that showcased their depth and versatility at the crease.

The Star Sport
Zaahier Adams|Published

Proteas’ new generation makes history with dual centuries

Tony de Zorzi and Tristan Stubbs marked their arrival on the Test scene with magnificent maiden centuries, putting South Africa in command at 307/2 on day one in Chattogram. The young duo’s 201-run partnership showcases South Africa’s promising cricket future.

The Star Sport
Zaahier Adams|Published

Proteas’ Tony de Zorzi, Tristan Stubbs feast on Bangladesh bowlers in Chattogram heat

Test centuries have been few and far between for the Proteas for a long time now, but Tony de Zorzi and Tristan Stubbs feasted on the Bangladesh bowlers on Tuesday.

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John Goliath|Published

Kagiso Rabada leads Proteas to thumping victory in first Test against Bangladesh

Kagiso Rabada was at his best as he helped lead South Africa to a thumping victory over hosts Bangladesh in Mirpur on Thursday.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Proteas bowl in first Test against Bangladesh, Matthew Breetzke debuts

At the top of the order, Aiden Markram captains the Proteas with regular Test skipper Temba Bavuma ruled out of the first clash with injury.

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Michael Sherman|Published