Piedt gets nod of approval

Dane Piedt will get a chance to bring his domestic form into the Test arena, after being included in the Proteas squad to tour Sri Lanka. GARETH STEVENS reports.

Hashim handed the keys

The worst kept secret in cricket is out with the announcement that Hashim Amla has been named as the new Proteas Test captain.

Entering the era of calm

South Africa’s new Test captain is well equipped for the job, and will lead the Proteas with zen-like focus.

It had to be Amla

Ever since Hashim Amla threw his wide-brimmed hat into the ring, to succeed Graeme Smith as Proteas Test captain, the outcome was expected.