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.
India vs SA: 5 talking points
Five talking points ahead of the first Test between India and South Africa in Mohali on Thursday.
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.
Stiaan: My biggest test yet
The only way to establish yourself as a batsman in South Africa’s Test team is by sheer weight of runs. No-one understands this better than Stiaan van Zyl.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Treat a national treasure with care
There is an understandable clamour to throw the ball to Kagiso Rabada at every opportunity. The Proteas tiro hasn’t let anyone down and he’s the most promising 20-year-old cricketer on the planet.
What we’ve learned
Five things we learned from South Africa’s historic ODI series victory against India.
Proteas deserve praise
South Africa’s thrashing of India by 214 runs to win the ODI series was one of their best performances in quite a while.
