Peterson out, Tahir in
Spinning all-rounder Robin Peterson has been ruled out of the remainder of South Africa’s Test series against the West Indies due to injury.
Sunfoil Series stats
Following another round of Sunfoil Series matches, here’s a look at who’s blowing hot in terms of runs and wickets.
Test call-up for Rossouw
Batsman Rilee Rossouw has been called up to South Africa’s squad for the remainder of this month’s Test series against West Indies, after wicketkeeper-batsman Quinton de Kock was ruled out due to an ankle injury. Rossouw has played three ODI and T20I caps respectively, but is uncapped at Test level. The diminutive Temba Bavuma, however, will likely debut as De… Read more →
Morris sees Lions top table
Chris Morris downed the Cobras, Marchant de Lange was too strong for the Knights – and the Dolphins and Warriors settled on a draw. Morris sees Lions top table Chris Morris’ four-wicket haul condemned the Cape Cobras to defeat at Newlands at the start of their Sunfoil Series defence – and lifted the Lions to the top of the table… Read more →
Roelof smashes Knights
Roelof van der Merwe put the Titans in a commanding position, while the Lions are pushing for victory and the match in Pietermaritzburg seems destined for a draw.
Reaction to Proteas victory
Dale Steyn was understandably pleased with his performance, while Hashim Amla had kind words for the entire attack.
Centurion, Day 4: 10 talking points
Jon Cardinelli reflects on the big moments that shaped day four of the Test at Centurion.
Steyn savages Windies
Dale Steyn took six wickets as South Africa crushed the West Indies by an innings and 220 runs in the first Test at Centurion.
No serious injuries
The Proteas camp have said that Dale Steyn and Vernon Philander should be fit to bowl in the morning.
Ontong rights the ship
The second day of this round of Sunfoil Series matches saw the encounters start to take shape.
Centurion, Day 3: 10 talking points
Jon Cardinelli reflects on the big moments that shaped day three of the Test at Centurion.
SA’s centurions on Test debut
Stiaan van Zyl scored a century on Test debut on Thursday, joining four other South Africans to have achieved the feat.
Bat dominates in Sunfoil Series
Day one of a round of matches, featuring all six teams, saw plenty of runs scored all over the country.
Amla explains declaration
Hashim Amla spoke of the strategy behind his declaration at the end of the second day’s play, while Stiaan van Zyl also faced the press after his hundred on debut.
Centurion, Day 2: 10 talking points
Jon Cardinelli reflects on the big moments that shaped day two of the Test at Centurion.
