Faf welcomes tight finish before taking break
Captain Faf du Plessis appreciated a close finish, as South Africa triumphed over Sri Lanka in Tuesday’s first T20I against Sri Lanka at Newlands in Cape Town.
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Miller enjoying wicketkeeping challenge
Proteas star David Miller is relishing a new-found role as wicketkeeper.
Philander doesn’t want SA peaking too soon
All-rounder Vernon Philander has suggested South Africa must not ‘peak too early’ at the World Cup in the United Kingdom later this year.
Donald: I hope this SA side pulls through
Former fast bowler Allan Donald is understandably hopeful the Proteas will win the World Cup in the United Kingdom later this year.
De Kock: I’m living my best life
Proteas wicketkeeper-batsman Quinton de Kock isn’t perturbed by criticism on social media about his intelligence.
Khan: We have the talent and skill
Rashid Khan will aim to inspire Afghanistan as they adopt a no-fear approach during their World Cup campaign.
Buttler aims to reach Kohli’s level
England batsman Jos Buttler believes he can reach Virat Kohli’s level as he prepares for the World Cup.
Olivier ready for nervy Yorkshire debut
Former Proteas fast bowler Duanne Olivier is anticipating a ‘nervous’ debut for Yorkshire next week.
HIGHLIGHTS: SA vs Sri Lanka (5th ODI)
South Africa beat Sri Lanka in the final ODI at Newlands in Cape Town to complete a five-nil series win.
Names, numbers on shirts likely for Ashes
Changes proposed to the International Cricket Council Test championship will likely see surnames and numbers displayed on the back of playing shirts.
Kuhn to captain Kent
Former Proteas batsman Heino Kuhn will captain Kent in the absence of regular skippers Joe Denly and Sam Billings later this year.
HIGHLIGHTS: T20 schools final victory for St Stithians
Highlights of Sunday’s Schools T20 final, which saw St Stithians beat St Charles by 53 runs to take the title for a record fourth time.
Lights on for Newlands T20I promises WPCA
The underground cable that sparked Saturday’s floodlight failure at Newlands will not affect Tuesday’s T20I between South Africa and Sri Lanka, the WPCA has assured CSA.
Albie Morkel’s farewell dinner
Former Proteas all-rounder Albie Morkel was the guest of honour at a dinner held at Emperors Palace’s Aurelia’s Restaurant on Sunday evening.
Malinga: SA have good, fighting characters
Sri Lanka captain Lasith Malinga has suggested South Africa will secure a semi-final berth at the World Cup in the United Kingdom later this year.
