Morris, Philander out as Proteas bowl
England have won the toss and have opted to bat first, as Duanne Olivier and Theunis de Bruyn come in for the crucial fourth Test at Old Trafford.
STATS: Proteas at Old Trafford
The Proteas take on England in the series-decider at Old Trafford, and we take a look at the stats ahead of the fourth and final Test starting on Friday.
‘Drawing a series is not a negative’
Faf du Plessis says England are a good team at home and that a series draw against them will be important as they aim to maintain their ‘proud away record.’
Kuhn or Markram?
Heino Kuhn or Aiden Markram? SACricketmag.com managing editor Tom Sizeland discusses the selection debate.
All eyes on Faf
Faf du Plessis has to deliver as a batsman and tactician in South Africa’s must-win Test at Old Trafford.
Philander puts ‘tough’ week behind him
Vernon Philander is fully fit after recovering from his viral infection, as he looks to help the Proteas draw the series 2-2 at Old Trafford.
India’s SA tour up in the air
India’s proposed tour of South Africa at the end of the year remains in doubt, with the news that they will host 23 matches between September to December.
Finding reliable opener a priority – Smith
Graeme Smith has praised the battling spirit of Dean Elgar, but has warned against handing Aiden Markram a debut in the fourth Test at Old Trafford.
Jennings holds on to England spot
Keaton Jennings has kept his place in the England squad, while Steven Finn has been called up for the fourth Test at Old Trafford.
Amla, De Kock drop in Test rankings
Hashim Amla and Quinton de Kock have slipped down in the latest ICC Test batting rankings.
Is it time to give Markram a go?
It will be harsh on Heino Kuhn, but the fourth Test at Old Trafford could be a great opportunity to hand Aiden Markram a Test debut at the top of the order.
Boycott gets pranked on Test Match Special
The BBC’s Test Match Special use the South African government to play a prank on former England batsman Geoffrey Boycott.
Kuhn set for fourth Test
Proteas skipper Faf du Plessis said Heino Kuhn should be given ‘a fair run’ despite a high score of 34 in his first three Tests.
Faf highlights SA’s hunt for tons
Faf du Plessis says the Proteas batsmen need to sort out their century drought in Tests and need to learn from Dean Elgar’s approach.
Bavuma has the best game plan – Elgar
Dean Elgar says that Temba Bavuma adapts to match situations better than anyone in the Proteas batting lineup.
