Mortaza probable for SA clash despite hurt hamstring

Fully fit or not, captain Mashrafe Mortaza will likely be available for selection for Bangladesh’s World Cup opening fixture against South Africa at The Oval in London on Sunday.

Faf: Cricket important, but it's not everything

Captain Faf du Plessis has introduced some refreshing perspectives ahead of South Africa’s opening match of the 2019 World Cup against England at The Oval in London on Thursday.

Proteas vs England: Two years on

On Thursday, the Proteas will take to the field in their opening World Cup fixture against England – a match nearly two years to the day after a resounding ODI victory at Lords.

CSA faces court application from Saca

The South African Cricketers’ Association has filed a court application to have Cricket South Africa’s decision to restructure domestic competition reviewed.

What's on the Proteas' dressing room playlist?

Watch the Proteas unwind in the dressing room and jam to some 2Pac ahead of the opener against England.

CWC '19 opener: 3 key England players

Jason Roy, Jofra Archer and Joe Root are three players who pose significant threats to the Proteas as England prepare to host South Africa at the Oval on Thursday, writes KHALID MOHIDIN.

Kirsten: Keep a lid on it

Gary Kirsten is a World Cup winner as a coach and one of the giants of South African cricket, and he believes the Proteas have every chance of success in England… if they don’t overhype their chances, writes COLIN BRYDEN.

CWC '19 opener: 3 key Proteas players

Lungi Ndigi, Hashim Amla and Faf du Plessis have been identified as three key players for the Proteas as they face England at the Oval on Thursday, writes KHALID MOHIDIN.

Stats and facts: England vs Proteas

Seven interesting statistics-based facts about the Proteas and England’s ODI record, ahead of their World Cup clash at The Oval in London.

Morkel: 'X-Factor' Morris can win games

Former all-rounder Albie Morkel is adamant that late addition Chris Morris will be key to South Africa’s 2019 World Cup campaign in the United Kingdom.

Kumar: No rush to prepare for Proteas

Indian fast bowler Bhuvneshwar Kumar says the team have plenty of time to finalise plans for their opening game of the World Cup against the Proteas on 5 June.

Gibbs: SA aren't in a position to overthink this

Former batsman Herschelle Gibbs has encouraged the Proteas to quieten expectations during the 2019 World Cup in the United Kingdom.

Preview: England vs Proteas

Both England and Proteas will arrive at the Oval under pressure to win the opening match of the World Cup on Thursday, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Gibson positive despite Steyn setback

Proteas coach Ottis Gibson is prepared for what England’s powerful batting lineup has to offer in Thursday’s World Cup opener at the Oval even if he can’t call on Dale Steyn, writes DANIEL GALLAN in London.

Gibson on England gig: I'm happy to be linked with any job

Proteas head coach Ottis Gibson hasn’t necessarily downplayed suggestion of a third stint with England.