Du Plessis has become an ever-present in all three formats for the Proteas, and now that he bats at No 3, his role has become even more important. He is the go-to man in the team, dropping the anchor when the side is in trouble, and upping the tempo when the side needs a lift. His stellar Test record, his improvements in ODIs and his experience in the IPL, will make him a key figure as the Proteas tackle India throughout the T20s, ODIs and Test matches.

Du Plessis is the cover feature, as the international and domestic cricket season is now well under way.

Also in the new issue:

– Temba Bavuma and his rise to Test status

– Quinton de Kock’s comeback

– Proteas women and their big year ahead

– Proteas ODI review

– Does an international career beckon for Theunis de Bruyn?

There is much more to look forward to in the latest edition from award-winning writers and high-profile names in the sport, plus there are added features that you can only access in the digimag.

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