Lions riding crest of wave as 4-Day Series hits crunch time
The penultimate round of 4-Day Franchise Series matches gets under way on Monday, and all six teams still have something to play for, even if (for some) it’s just pride.
KES, Jeppe stay on winning track
KES thumped Noordheuwel and Jeppe beat Affies in Pretoria, writes THEO GARRUN.
Pakistan outclass Proteas
Pakistan showed nerve to chase down the Proteas’ measly total of 266-2 to claim a five-wicket victory in the first ODI at St George’s Park, writes KHALID MOHIDIN.
Jansen twins rock Free State
The Jansen Twins might sound like the name for a hip young music duo, but 18-year-old siblings Marco and Duan Jansen compose their music on the cricket pitch, and they rocked the Free State side on Saturday to take North West to a surprise 100-run win in the CSA 3-Day Cup match in Bloemfontein, writes SIMON LEWIS.
Proteas squeeze out 266
The Proteas posted 266-2 thanks to a ton from Hashim Amla and a debut half-century from Rassie van der Dussen in the first ODI against Pakistan.
KZN crush WP, North West turn tables on Free State
KwaZulu-Natal shattered Western Province’s second innings to set up a 10-wicket win, while North West’s tail wagged before inspired bowling by the Jansen twins delivered the knockout punch for a 100-run win over Free State on the final day of CSA 3-Day Provincial Cup action.
Van der Dussen debuts, SA bat first
The Proteas have won the toss and will bat first in the opening ODI against Pakistan at St George’s Park.
Sensational Saturday of twin WBBL thrillers
Saturday saw an astonishing day of semi-finals in the Women’s Big Bash League as the Brisbane Heat and Sydney Sixers won through to next Saturday’s final, with both matches going through to the final ball.
ODI series vs Pakistan a 'nice challenge' - Faf
Proteas skipper Faf du Plessis is anticipating a tough contest against Pakistan in the ODI series, especially with two key players (Quinton de Kock and Dale Steyn) rested for the first two matches of the series.
North West struggling, honours even for KZN & WP
Free State are on course for a victory over North West, while KZN and Western Province look set for a draw after the second day of CSA 3-Day Provincial Cup action.
Hurricanes extend league lead with last-over win
George Bailey powered the Hobart Hurricanes to a last-over win over the Perth Scorchers that put the Hurricanes firmly on top of the Big Bash League, while leaving the Scorchers tied at the bottom of the log with the Melbourne Stars.
HIGHLIGHTS: Aus vs India, 3rd ODI
Australia put down six chances in the field in the deciding ODI of the series, while wily ODI hitman MS Dhoni led India’s power chase as the visitors romped home by seven wickets to clinch the ODI series 2-1 at the MCG.
Imperious Dhoni sees India romp home in series clincher
A superb Indian batting display saw the visitors home by seven wickets to secure a 2-1 ODI series triumph as they finished their tour of Australia on a high, writes SIMON LEWIS.
WATCH: I didn't respect my one-day batting - Steve Waugh
Aussie batting legend Steve Waugh recalls his maiden ODI century, but admits he never fulfilled his potential as a one-day player because of the limited opportunities batting at six in the order.
WATCH: Sensational 6-42 for recalled Chahal
Leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal celebrated his recall to India’s ODI side at the MCG by taking his second ODI five-for and his best ODI figures, at the same time equalling the record for best ODI figures on Australian soil.
