The Freedom series

The match-up between the Proteas and India has been called the Freedom Series in recognition of the two countries great leaders, Nelson Mandela and Mahatma Gandhi.

‘Positive mindset key on day two’

Dean Elgar says South Africa will have to stay positive when they resume their first innings on 28-2 on Friday in Mohali.

‘India have the edge’

Ashwell Prince, HD Ackerman and Eric Simons could not agree on which team was in control after day one of the first Test between India and South Africa.

KP’s brilliance saves Dolphins

A brilliant unbeaten 115 from Kevin Pietersen set up the Dolphins for a one-run win over the Highveld Lions in their Ram Slam T20 Challenge in Durban on Wednesday night.

Proteas forced to adapt

The loss of JP Duminy for the first Test against India in Mohali will change the dynamics and balance of the South African team.

Blow for Proteas as Duminy misses out

JP Duminy has been ruled out of the first Test against India, which starts in Mohali on Thursday.

Ending the drought

Vernon Philander’s form has nosedived since 2012 and he needs to get it back or face becoming a footnote in history, writes TOM EATON.

The spin conundrum

South Africa face a spin dilemma ahead of the first Test against India, but whoever they pick should be backed for at least the first two games.

Subtle Steyn takes dig at India

Dale Steyn has suggested that India’s batting order does not pose the same explosive threat as it did when the likes of Virender Sehwag was still playing.

England on the edge

England will need quick wickets on day four if they are to salvage the series against Pakistan in Sharjah.

Big tours on the way for Proteas

The Proteas will face New Zealand, Australia, Sri Lanka and Ireland as part of a bumper 2016/17 international season.

Faf: Success keeps us fresh

South Africa’s success on their Indian tour to date has prevented the potential side-effects that can creep in on a long tour away from home, says Faf du Plessis.

What happened last time

South Africa have a fairly good Test record away from home against India but have only won a series there once before, and that was 15 years ago.

Making history

Before the highly anticipated Test series starts, we look back at South Africa’s historic ODI series victory against India.

‘Conditions will determine starting XI’

Russell Domingo admits he will only have a better idea of the team composition for the first Test against India once he inspects the conditions at the Punjab Cricket Association Stadium in Mohali.