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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.
5 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.
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.
Proteas' 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.
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.
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.
COMMENT: 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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.