SA vs Eng: Talking Points (1st ODI)

JON CARDINELLI reflects on the players and moments that shaped the first ODI in Bloemfontein.

De Kock ton in vain

The explosive efforts of Quinton de Kock were not enough to spare South Africa a 39-run defeat (D/L method) in the first ODI.

Buttler blasts England to record score

Jos Buttler smashed 105 as England set South Africa a target of 400 for victory in the first ODI in Bloemfontein.

De Lange in as England bat

Eoin Morgan has won the toss and elected to bat in the first ODI between the Proteas and England in Bloemfontein.

SA vs Eng: Talking points

JON CARDINELLI highlights the five big talking points ahead of the ODI series between South Africa and England.

Rabada was SA’s best

JON CARDINELLI rates the Proteas’ performances in the four-Test series against England.

Proteas still lack balance

While South Africa have ticked some boxes in the top- and middle-order, a genuine all-rounder remains elusive.

SA vs Eng: Talking Points (Day 5)

JON CARDINELLI reflects on the players and moments that shaped day five of the fourth Test at Centurion.

Rabada fires SA to big win

South Africa smashed England by 280 runs in the fourth Test to finish the series with a consolation victory.

Rabada claims 10

England were 83-7 after losing four early wickets on day five at Centurion.

Proteas in pound seats

The Proteas need seven more wickets to win the fourth Test at Centurion and claim their first victory in 12 months.

SA vs Eng: Talking Points (Day 4)

JON CARDINELLI reflects on the players and moments that shaped day four of the fourth Test at Centurion.

Late blitz puts Proteas on top

England were 52-3 in pursuit of 382 at stumps on day four at Centurion.

Patient Proteas press on

South Africa were 223-4 and enjoyed a commanding 356-run lead at tea on day four at Centurion.

Amla extends Proteas’ lead

Hashim Amla scored an unbeaten 50 to steer South Africa to 121-4 at lunch on day four at Centurion.