So, farewell, Mitchell Johnson
So farewell, then, Mitchell Johnson, the enigmatic Australian quickie who announced his retirement from Test cricket on Tuesday, never to be forgotten by the Proteas.
Rain delays day 3
Play was due to start early Monday to make up for Sunday’s washout, but rain again kept the covers on, holding up day three of the Proteas’ second Test against India in Bengaluru.
Wiese crushes Knights
David Wiese, returning from injury, applied a stranglehold which gave the Titans a one-run win over the Knights in the Ram Slam Challenge in Bloemfontein on Friday night.
McLaren signs for Hampshire
Ryan McLaren’s performance in a four-match stint with Hampshire this year, which helped them keep their place in the first division, has earned him a full contract.
Taking a stand
It’s about time black players started standing up for themselves. They have more power than they realise.
Cobras power breaks Knights
The Cape Cobras pulled off a spectacular victory over the Knights in their Ram Slam match with an all-round display of power-hitting in Kimberley on Wednesday.
Proteas need to reshuffle the pack
Vernon Philander’s promotion to the top of the order in the first Test against India was more than just an experiment. It shows a lack of confidence in the other options available to the Proteas.
The bigger picture
Playing on the type of wicket we saw in Mohali first up was a good thing, even if South Africa came up short.
Balance was all wrong
The decision to go into the first Test against India with only five specialist batsmen was a shocker.
Proteas batsmen lost the mind game
Many people defended the decision to experiment with Vernon Philander opening the batting as South Africa chased 218 to win the first Test.
Match-fixers targeting SA
South African cricketers have been warned that they are targets for match fixers in the domestic game.
History on Amla’s side
Hashim Amla’s excellent Test record in India is a reason for optimism that he can turn his fortunes around when the first Test starts on Thursday.
Bowling key for both teams
The difference between India and South Africa in the Test series might just come down to who has the more effective bowling attack.
AB saves Proteas again
South Africa scraped their way to a draw in their sole preparation match before the first Test against India on 5 November.
Knights bring back Russell
The Knights, desperate to go one better in the Ram Slam T20 Challenge and secure some silverware, have brought back West Indian Andre Russell for the campaign which kicks off on Sunday.
