Taylor: Knock was massive for myself
England batsman James Taylor said his 70 was ‘massive for myself’ as his partnership with Nick Compton rescued their side’s innings.
Steyn: I can get better
Dale Steyn says he hopes to bowl even better and quicker as the series against England progresses after he took three wickets on day one of the Boxing Day Test at Kingsmead.
England on top in Durban
Nick Compton and James Taylor’s 125-run partnership boosted England to 179-4 at the close of day one of the first Test.
‘SA will be disappointed’
What Kepler Wessels and Shaun Pollock had to say on SuperSport about the first day’s play of the Boxing Day Test between South Africa and England.
SA vs Eng: Talking Points (Day 1)
JON CARDINELLI reflects on the big moments that shaped day one of the first Test at Kingsmead.
Cook back in charge with Lions
The Highveld Lions, who started the defence of their Sunfoil first-class title with a gritty victory over the Dolphins, will feel confident against the Warriors at the Wanderers, starting Sunday.
England: 5 talking points
TOM SIZELAND examines the visitors ahead of the first Test between South Africa and England in Durban.
Proteas: 5 talking points
JON CARDINELLI examines the hosts ahead of the first Test between South Africa and England in Durban.
Amla: good start will change everything
All it takes is one good session to start the resurgence of the Proteas, says captain Hashim Amla.
KP: SA on a tightrope
Kevin Pietersen believes South Africa have a lot more to lose than just a series if things don’t go their way, raising the question of the quota system.
Anderson out of first Test
England fast bowler James Anderson has been ruled out of the first Test against the Proteas due to a calf strain.
Kingsmead: facts and fiction
The first thing to dismiss is the notion that Kingsmead is affected by the tides 0f the Indian Ocean. It is simply a strip generally favoured by the quickies, but which rewards hard graft.
‘We have picked the best players’
Fringe players will have to perform consistently if they want to dethrone one of the current Proteas batsmen, says Russell Domingo.
Klusener to improve SA batting
Dolphins coach Lance Klusener has been roped in by the Proteas to help the lower order improve their batting ahead of the England series.
Warm-up matches: What we learned
England’s two warm-up matches proved successful in their preparations ahead of the Test series. Here’s what the Proteas need to keep an eye on …
