A lack of depth will haunt Proteas’ World Cup crack
A lack of depth in critical positions, as well as the scarcity of X factor, threatens to undermine the Proteas’ T20 World Cup challenge, writes RYAN VREDE.
Watch: Sri Lanka coach and captain clash
Sri Lanka’s South African coach Mickey Arthur was seen sharing heated words with skipper Dasun Shanaka and gesturing at the captain on the field after the game they lost by three wickets against India.
Watch: Amla hailed for defensive masterclass
Iconic former Proteas batsman Hashim Amla has been lauded for a remarkable innings, finishing unbeaten on 37 off 278 balls in order to secure a draw for county side Surrey.
Lean, mean Ngidi looks primed for big things
While Keshav Maharaj understandably grabbed the headlines in the second Test against the West Indies, there was a lot to like about the fitness and form of Lungi Ngidi, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
South Africa eye Test sweep over West Indies
West Indies’ vulnerable batting was again exploited by South Africa with the home side routed for 149 in reply to the Proteas’ first innings total of 298 at stumps on the second day of the second Test on Saturday.
Wish list: Three boxes for the Proteas to tick
As the Proteas head into the first Test against the West Indies, CRAIG LEWIS picks three things that would be good to see as Mark Boucher’s charges look to turn around their red-ball fortunes.
On the lighter side: Comical fan moment at Lord’s
The cricket wasn’t always that riveting during the first Test between New Zealand and England, but this moment brought smiles to the faces of those watching on.
Rewind: Proteas’ last Test series in the Caribbeean
CARL LEWIS takes a nostalgic look back at the Proteas’ last tour to West Indies when a Graeme Smith-led side won a three-match series 2-0.
Proteas Test squad: Talking points
The Proteas squad was recently announced for the upcoming Test series against the West Indies. CARL LEWIS discusses the biggest talking points from the 18-man squad.
Du Plessis: I received death threats after 2011 CWC quarter-final
Faf du Plessis has opened up on the social-media reaction to an altercation between him and New Zealand 12th man Kyle Mills following the 2011 World Cup quarter-final.
Aussie quartet’s ‘Sandpapergate’ arrogance is startling
The four Australia bowlers who’ve rebuked others for asking legitimate questions about their involvement in the infamous ball-tampering incident don’t understand that what cricket needs trumps what they want. They must be quiet while the game heals, writes RYAN VREDE.
Five of the best: Proteas vs West Indies
CARL LEWIS lists the five best individual match-winning performances from South Africans against the Windies in the Caribbean.
Talking points: No Faf in T20I squad is puzzling
CSA has announced its T20I and Test squads for the upcoming tour of the Caribbean against the West Indies. CARL LEWIS highlights some interesting talking points.
IPL postponement too little, too late
The IPL’s indefinite postponement was inevitable, but the fact organisers took so long to make the decision beggars belief, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Watch: It’s the most fluent my batting has felt – Faf
Hear what Faf du Plessis had to say after producing a match-winning innings of 95 not out from 60 balls for the Chennai Super Kings in Wednesday’s IPL clash.
