2004-2018: SA’s ICC Test XI presence
Fast bowler Kagiso Rabada was South Africa’s lone representative in the International Cricket Council’s Test Team of the Year, announced earlier this week.
Cobras, Lions jostle for 4-Day title
The top two teams in the 4-Day Franchise Series – the Cape Cobras and the Highveld Lions – played themselves into strong positions as both look to push for a vital win in the second-last round of league fixtures.
Phehlukwayo registers twin bests
All-rounder Andile Phehlukwayo relished the Man of the Match award as South Africa beat Pakistan by five wickets in Tuesday’s second ODI at Kingsmead in Durban.
Van der Dussen, Phehlukwayo level series
Rassie van der Dussen and Andile Phehlukwayo struck crucial half-centuries as the Proteas claimed a five-wicket win against Pakistan in the second ODI at Kingsmead. KHALID MOHIDIN reports.
Proteas skittle Pakistan for 203
The Proteas restricted Pakistan to 203 despite a sensational late half-century from Hasan Ali in the second ODI in Durban. KHALID MOHIDIN reports.
Shamsi starts as SA bowl first
The Proteas have won the toss and will bowl first in the second ODI against Pakistan at Kingsmead.
438 hero Gibbs shocked at ‘go-slow’
Proteas legend Herschelle Gibbs has shared some strong words about the Proteas’ batting approach in the first ODI at St George’s Park, where South Africa lost by five wickets, writes SIMON LEWIS.
Kohli breaks ICC awards record
Indian captain Virat Kohli has become the first cricketer to win the International Cricket Council Player of the Year, Test Player of the Year and ODI Player of the Year in one year, on the back of a prolific 2018.
Rabada lone Proteas player in ICC Test XI
Fast bowler Kagiso Rabada was the only South African named in the International Cricket Council’s Test Team of the Year on Tuesday.
Hendricks quietens World Cup talk
South African batsman Reeza Hendricks is concentrating on the task at hand, rather than possible selection for the World Cup later this year.
Moeen comfortable with morphing role
All-rounder Moeen Ali is not fazed by not being the frontline spinner as England prepare for a challenging Test series against the West Indies in the Caribbean.
Hope toyed with idea of playing for England
West Indian batsman Shai Hope considered qualifying to play for England.
Archer selection on Morgan’s lips too
Captain Eoin Morgan may be able to rely on managing director Ashley Giles’ positive appraisal of West Indian Jofra Archer’s inclusion in England’s squad for the World Cup later this year. The Barbados-born Archer possesses a British passport – and will soon qualify to play for England. ‘He is an exciting cricketer and his hat will be in the ring…. Read more →
Windies hire former Border bowler
Former Border fast bowler Vasbert Drakes has been named one of three assistant coaches for the West Indies’ Test series against England.
Batsmen rule roost in 4-Day Series
Batsmen ruled day one of the second-last round of 4-Day Franchise Series fixtures, with the Cape Cobras trying desperately to keep ahead of the Lions on the log table, while the Warriors are giving their all to keep within striking distance of both teams.
