Ruthless Proteas snap losing streak

The Proteas kept their small World Cup playoff flame burning after they recorded their first win of the 2019 World Cup with a nine-wicket, Duckworth-Lewis, thrashing of Afghanistan in Cardiff, writes JOHN GOLIATH.

Tahir ends Afghanistan resistance

Imran Tahir came out firing for South Africa after the second rain interruption and helped the Proteas to restrict Afghanistan to 125 in their World Cup group-stage match in Cardiff, writes JOHN GOLIATH.

Proteas opt to bowl first again

Proteas skipper Faf du Plessis decided to bowl first in their do-or-die World Cup clash with Afghanistan in Cardiff on Saturday.

Faf: We can be dangerous

Proteas captain Faf du Plessis still harbours hope that his side can beat the odds and the weather at the 2019 World Cup.

Cobras rally in defence amid racism claims

Local franchise the Cape Cobras have rallied following accusations of racism dividing the dressing room which left the Western Cape Cricket board and players ‘aghast by the accusations’.

Sophia Gardens to help Proteas bloom

Proteas captain Faf du Plessis is drawing confidence from the green pitch and short straight boundaries at Sophia Gardens, and believes the ground may aid his beleaguered team, writes DANIEL GALLAN in Cardiff.

Rain predicted for crucial Proteas clash

The Proteas will be desperately hoping that their World Cup dreams are not washed away on Saturday, with inclement conditions predicted for their must-win clash against Afghanistan.

SA vs Afghanistan: 6 stats you need to know

Six interesting stats and facts about South Africa and Afghanistan’s limited-overs record, ahead of Saturday’s World Cup clash at Sophia Gardens in Cardiff, Wales.

Warner ton sets up Australia win

David Warner’s ton helped Australia jump to second on the World Cup standings with a 41-run win over Pakistan in Taunton.

Wood: Nice to have teams fear England

England’s Mark Wood is relishing a threatening partnership with fellow fast bowler Jofra Archer during the ongoing World Cup.

Lockie looking forward to Trent Bridge lift

Fast bowler Lockie Ferguson is eager to exploit the extra bounce offered by conditions at Trent Bridge in Nottingham during Thursday’s World Cup fixture against India.

Bangladesh coach: Why can't we have a reserve day?

Bangladesh coach Steven Rhodes has expressed frustration at a lack of reserve days, after Tuesday’s World Cup fixture with Sri Lanka was washed out without a delivery bowled.

Sarfaraz wants to replicate England performance

Captain Sarfaraz Ahmed wants Pakistan to draw inspiration from last week’s victory over England, come Wednesday’s World Cup fixture against Australia in Taunton.

Pant to join India World Cup squad?

India will reportedly add wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant to the squad for the remainder of the 2019 World Cup in the United Kingdom.

Aussies add Marsh to squad

All-rounder Mitchell Marsh has been added to Australia’s squad for the ongoing World Cup in the United Kingdom.