And the golden tickets go to …

Former Proteas spinner PAT SYMCOX picks his South African 15-man World Cup squad… and he believes the team have what it takes to win the showpiece event.

Gibson could go big and go home

Former Proteas spinner PAT SYMCOX says that the 2019 ICC World Cup in the UK could be Ottis Gibson’s swansong as head coach of South Africa, with apparent interest from England.

Tests only blot on Tahir’s copybook

Former Proteas spinner PAT SYMCOX says Imran Tahir will be revered in the shorter formats of the game, but he may harbour regrets from his Test career.

Benkenstein a convenient scapegoat

Former Proteas spinner PAT SYMCOX says South Africa’s batting woes can be remedied by taking collective responsibility rather than apportioning individual blame.

Proteas spin twins stunted

Former Proteas spinner PAT SYMCOX says that it’s unlikely that the national selectors will opt for a double dose of spin at the World Cup, despite Tabraiz Shamsi’s fine form.

Rassie on the rise

Former Proteas spinner PAT SYMCOX says the emergence of Rassie van der Dussen at international level has thrown a spanner in the works for the selectors.

Symcox: Pitches weren’t the problem

Former Proteas spinner PAT SYMCOX says Pakistan coach Mickey Arthur was out of line blaming the pitches for his team’s batting woes.

Olivier an underrated star

Former Proteas spinner PAT SYMCOX says the selectors should reward form over reputation and retain Duanne Olivier for the Newlands Test. 

Steyn must stem emotions

Former Proteas spinner PAT SYMCOX says Dale Steyn will need to keep his emotions in check on the cusp of becoming South Africa’s most successful Test wicket-taker.

MSL on a sticky wicket

Former Proteas spinner PAT SYMCOX says the Mzansi Super League has potential, but the partnership between CSA and the SABC is on shaky ground.

Miller can be a match-winner

Former Proteas spinner PAT SYMCOX says David Miller’s career-defining innings in the third ODI against Australia underlines that he can prove a match-winner for South Africa.

Proteas must scar Aussies – Symcox

Former Proteas spinner PAT SYMCOX says South Africa must take advantage of Australia’s struggles and secure an ODI series whitewash to enhance their World Cup credentials.

Proteas must walk the talk

Former Proteas spinner PAT SYMCOX says South Africa must limit their media interactions during the Australian tour and let their performances do the talking.

Proteas to find strength in numbers

Former Proteas spinner PAT SYMCOX says a lack of superstar players could prove a blessing in disguise for South Africa … if they are shaped into a cohesive collective.

Proteas batsmen need greater patience

Former Proteas spinner PAT SYMCOX says a lack of patience and application is undermining the Proteas’ batting performances.