Venomous Vern
This is an edited extract from a new book, South Africa’s Greatest Bowlers: Past and Present by Ali Bacher and David Williams.
Miller’s maturity shines through
Young Janneman Malan will rightly grab the headlines after his stunning century in the second ODI against Australia, but don’t overlook the gritty maturity of a reborn David Miller, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Markram back for Titans
Proteas batsman Aiden Markram is set to return from injury after being called up to the Titans squad for their One Day Cup clash with the Dolphins in Durban this Thursday.
Proteas post 158 at St George’s Park
The Proteas managed 158-4 in their 20 overs during the second T20I against Australia at St George’s Park in Port Elizabeth on Sunday afternoon, writes ANDRE HUISAMEN.
Australia humiliate South Africa in opening T20I
Aston Agar took a hat-trick as the Australian bowlers ripped through the Proteas’ batting lineup to claim a huge 107-run victory in the first T20I at the Wanderers on Friday.
England win second T20I
England levelled the series in Durban on Friday night when they beat South Africa by 2 runs in the second T20I.
Bavuma’s actions speak louder than words
Temba Bavuma’s important message off the field was as powerful as his strokes were on it this past Tuesday, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Dolphins and Knights share tight draw
After holding the cards for three of the four days, Dolphins settled for a draw following an exciting final session chase against the Knights in their 4-Day Franchise Series match at Kingsmead on Thursday.
Maharaj vs Stokes battle can decide PE Test
While the Proteas executed their bowling plans excellently on day one of the Port Elizabeth Test, they need to wrap up the England innings quickly if they want to win this Test match. writes JOHN GOLIATH.
Hendricks ton dominates Knights
A 14th career century by Dominic Hendricks helped the log-leading Lions take control after a rain-affected opening day of their 4-Day Domestic Series encounter with the Knights in Johannesburg on Monday.
Parsons sees hard work is paying off
Rising young star Bryce Parsons is happy to be getting the recognition he strives so hard to try to achieve. He is hoping for a prosperous season ahead when he can break into the Gauteng Strikers team and help the South Africa U19 team prepare well for the forthcoming World Cup. The talented 18-year-old was the big winner at the… Read more →
A gentleman and genius like no other
If cricket is a gentleman’s game, Hashim Amla will always be the living, breathing example of what that stands for, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Ratings: Proteas save best for last
The Proteas saved their best performance for their last match at the World Cup. JOHN GOLIATH rates the South Africans following their exciting 10-run win over Australia at Old Trafford.
No WC semi for Pakistan despite win
Pakistan narrowly missed out on a World Cup semi-final berth despite comprehensively beating Bangladesh by 94 runs at Lord’s on Friday, writes JOHN GOLIATH.
Proteas must alter ODI batting approach
While Test cricket remains the ultimate challenge, limited-overs batting has become another art altogether, and it’s something Cricket South Africa has to focus on ahead of the next World Cup, writes JOHN GOLIATH.
