Ryan Vrede

Domestic progress key solving Test problems

Who captains the side, what happens with Aiden Markram and who fills Vernon Philander’s all-rounder spot are questions that could be answered by strong domestic performances, writes RYAN VREDE.

De Bruyn century downs Cobras

Theunis de Bruyn scored a match-winning 127 to help the Titans to a two-wicket victory over the Cobras.

Elgar, De Bruyn lead Titans fightback

Theunis de Bruyn was unbeaten at stumps, while Dean Elgar scored another half-century to give the Titans hope of victory over the Cape Cobras on day three of the 4-Day Franchise Series.

Elgar leads race for Proteas Test captaincy

Dean Elgar’s battling century against the Cobras made a big statement about his readiness to become the next Proteas Test captain, writes RYAN VREDE.

AB’s flourish not enough for RCB

AB de Villiers showed glimpses of his best, but Shikhar Dhawan and Ajinkya Rahane shared an 88-run second-wicket stand to help the Delhi Capitals to a six-wicket victory over the Royal Challengers Bangalore.

Day 1 wrap: 4-day Franchise Series

Jacques Snyman scored a century before lunch for the Knights, who are in control of their match against the Warriors.

Saffa IPL watch: Faf, Rabada fly

KL Rahul’s mastery has edged out Faf du Plessis in the IPL to date, but there has been nobody better with the ball than Kagiso Rabada.

Lorgat the man for this time

Haroon Lorgat comes with the weight of a near-impeccable record in cricket administration, but this will be his greatest challenge yet, writes RYAN VREDE.