Rabada needs help at death
The Proteas head into the Champions Trophy with only one competent death-bowling option in Kagiso Rabada.
Proteas’ batting woes run deep
A dearth of substantial top-order partnerships continues to limit the Proteas’ potency.
SA attack taking shape
Keshav Maharaj’s arrival and Morné Morkel’s return bode well for a Proteas side with grand ambitions.
Proteas must share batting load
Stephen Cook, Hashim Amla, and Temba Bavuma need to find form ahead of a series in England where big team scores will be paramount.
Pressure builds on SA bowlers
The ODI series finale in Auckland should provide the South African attack with a shot at death-bowling redemption.
SA must heed lessons from loss
Defeat to New Zealand in Christchurch showed that the Proteas still have much to rectify in the lead-up to the Champions Trophy.
Cook here to stay
Stephen Cook will be a key player for a Proteas side building towards several big series in 2017.
Proteas must show mettle
The Proteas need to come out fighting in the first Test against New Zealand.
Spinners spark Proteas to life
South Africa’s new spin trio was responsible for the unlikely yet timely win against Australia in Guyana.
Proteas still lack balance
While South Africa have ticked some boxes in the top- and middle-order, a genuine all-rounder remains elusive.
Change is overdue
The limitations of the Proteas coaches and the flawed attitude of the players can no longer be ignored.
AB may struggle without Steyn
A dearth of experienced bowling options presents a massive challenge for South Africa’s new Test skipper AB de Villiers.
Proteas are no quick fix
While Quinton de Kock’s Test recall is long overdue, it won’t solve all of South Africa’s problems.
Steyn’s fitness is key
South Africa’s plan to intimidate and destroy England’s batsmen will hinge on the fitness of Dale Steyn.
Back to square one
The decision to reinstate AB de Villiers at wicketkeeper highlights the Proteas’ desperation and lack of progress.
