Balance is wrong
No matter what AB de Villiers and David Miller threatened to do, South Africa were never going to win the first ODI in Perth.
The case for Steyn
Dale Steyn was unfortunate not to be named ODI Player of the Year for 2014 ahead of AB de Villiers at the International Cricket Council awards.
Selectors erred
South Africa’s three changes for the third and final T20I against Australia in Sydney were absolutely ludicrous.
Swing to the left
Barely noticed in South Africa’s T20 big win over Australia in Adelaide was the number of left handed Proteas batsmen.
Rilee will be fine
South Africa lost their one and only warm-up match prior to this week’s T20I series against Australia, but I don’t think it will have a major impact on the preparations.
AB, De Kock benefit
The Proteas have become a far more effective side since Quinton de Kock relieved AB de Villiers of the wicketkeeping duties.
Miller must deliver
David Miller has failed to live up to his reputation as a game-changing finisher with any great consistency over the past four months.
Beauty of De Kock
The first time Sir Viv Richards batted as high as No3 in ODI cricket he came to the crease in only the second over.
Why JP’s the man
JP Duminy will have a crucial bowling role to play in the lead up to the 2015 World Cup.
Pieces in a puzzle
Andrew Hudson, Russell Domingo and AB de Villiers cannot claim to be on the same page about berths in the World Cup squad.
Focus on bowlers
The South African attack needs to find form in Australasia over the next two months.
NZ won’t roll over
The ODI series in New Zealand represents both a challenge and an opportunity for what is a well-balanced Proteas team.
War on spinners
Inside the last three months, the ICC has suspended 10 spin bowlers for suspect actions. It’s a farcical situation.
Bring ‘KP’ back
Kevin Pietersen is too good not to be playing international cricket for England.
Out of their depth
Both the Cobras and Dolphins were inadequately prepared for the Champions League tournament.
