Proteas bring in enforcer as hosts eye series win South Africa have not forgotten feeling bullied by Australia during 2022-23, and want to make amends for that series defeat in the decider at Cape Town. AAP · Oct 26
Cricket: Newlands to provide test of more than bat and ball for Australia Australia will compete against South Africa in a crucial test match at Newlands, with both teams level in the series. Former captain Steve Smith, under scrutiny for past actions during the Sandpapergate scandal, aims to improve his performance. Current skipper Pat Cummins and teammates stand by Smith as they prepare… The Economic Times · Oct 25
Australia collapse in chaotic fashion to leave South Africa in sight of victory Australia were bowled out for 99 and forced to follow on, with the tourists’ batters left to conduct a desperate rearguard on the last day of the second Test The Guardian - UK · Oct 21
Australia's capitulation leaves three at risk of axe Australia are at serious risk of an embarrassing defeat to South Africa in the second Test, which could have selection ramifications for a number of players. AAP · Oct 21
Testosterone to burn: Rabada relaxed on Smith collision Kagiso Rabada says his shoulder bump with Steve Smith in 2018 was "just the emotion of the game" as the pair prepare to face off again at St George's Park. AAP · Oct 17
Renshaw’s heroics leave South Africa reeling as Australia close on first Test victory Matt Renshaw followed up his epic first-innings 190 with an impressive 82, plus Temba Bavuma’s wicket, to put Australia on course for a statement win against South Africa in Durban The Guardian - UK · Oct 12
Smith to be monitored as middle-order questions loom Steve Smith has passed initial concussion tests, but will continue to be monitored after being struck in the side of the helmet by Anrich Nortje. AAP · Oct 12
Matt the Bat becomes Matt the Ball with win in sight Australia are six wickets away from a series-opening victory in Durban, after South Africa slumped to 4-102 in pursuit of an unlikely target of 421. AAP · Oct 12
Record-breaking quartet put Australia in full control against South Africa Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon shared nine wickets as Australia dismissed South Africa for 284 in the first Test in Durban The Guardian - UK · Oct 11
Proteas quick admits South Africa may have got it wrong South Africa's inability to stop Matt Renshaw controlling the strike stood out as a glaring error on day two in Durban, as Australia recovered to 390. AAP · Oct 10
Matt Renshaw’s epic 190 helps Australia turn tables on South Africa in Durban Matt Renshaw scored his first century in Tests for nine years and 280 days as Australia notched 390 with a second highest ninth wicket partnership of 134 The Guardian - AU · Oct 10
Bad light could be sign of the time in South Africa The opening day of the Australia's Test series in South Africa ended early due to bad light, and sunset times will make it difficult to make back the time. AAP · Oct 9
South Africa suffer huge blow ahead of Australia Test South Africa's best bowler Kagiso Rabada has failed to overcome a hamstring injury in time for the first Test against Australia. AAP · Oct 8
Labuschagne set for Test after first ton in 11 months Stalwart Marnus Labuschagne has showed his readiness for Australia's first Test in South Africa with a warm-up century in Potchefstroom. AAP · Oct 4
The Economic Times · May 20 Bowlers beware, Sooryavanshi's best yet to come, Justin Langer says Lucknow Super Giants coach Justin Langer is impressed by 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. The Rajasthan Royals opener is the league's highest scorer. Langer believes Sooryavanshi is a generational talent. He is already performing exceptionally well against elite bowlers. His continued development poses a challenge for bowlers worldwide. Selectors are monitoring his…
The Times of India · Mar 17, 2025 IPL 2025: Kolkata Knight Riders Team Preview – SWOT Analysis and Best XI Defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are gearing up to continue their dominance in the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) season. With an eye on securing their fourth IPL title, KKR have made significant changes to their leadership while retaining the core of their championship-winning squad.
The Times of India · Feb 15, 2025 Champions Trophy minus the champions The upcoming ICC event will see quite a few big names missing in action, leaving their teams depleted fans disappointed. The most affected team seems to be Australia, although some others too will need to redraw their plans
The Times of India · Feb 9, 2025 Corbin Bosch replaces Anrich Nortje in South Africa's Champions Trophy squad NEW DELHI: South Africa have named Corbin Bosch as a replacement for the injured Anrich Nortje in their squad for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy later this month. Nortje was ruled out due to a recurring back injury that had sidelined him since last month.
Al Jazeera · Dec 9, 2024 South Africa vs Pakistan – T20 series: When, where, teams, head-to-head Klaasen leads South Africa in Markram’s absence as they meet Rizwan-led Pakistan in three-match T20 series from Tuesday.
The Times of India · Nov 29, 2024 IPL Auction 2025: Full squads analysed - how each team strategised to build the perfect combination All Indian Premier League (IPL) teams have finalised their squads for the 2025 season after going through the retentions and the auction. Each team has signed their minimum 18 players and maximum of 25 from the Rs 120 crore that was available to them.
The Times of India · Nov 27, 2024 IPL Auction 2025: Full squads, players list and final teams of 10 IPL franchises after mega auction The IPL 2025 auction took place in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on November 24th and 25th. The Abady Al-Johar Arena hosted the two-day event.
The Times of India · Jul 1, 2024 Six Indians in ICC T20 World Cup 'Team of the Tournament'; Virat Kohli misses out NEW DELHI: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced its 'Team of the Tournament' for the recently concluded T20 World Cup. Despite playing a key role in India's victory over South Africa in the final, star batter Virat Kohli did not find a place in this select squad.
The Times of India · Jun 29, 2024 India vs South Africa T20 World Cup Final: Key facts and match details India and South Africa will face off in the T20 World Cup final on Saturday, June 29, at the Kensington Oval, Bridgetown in Barbados starting at 10:30 am local time (8 pm IST).
The Times of India · Jun 27, 2024 T20 World Cup: South Africa banish semifinal jinx with 9-wicket win over Afghanistan NEW DELHI: South Africa defeated an emotionally spent Afghanistan by nine wickets at Tarouba, Trinidad, to advance to their first-ever T20 World Cup final. They did this by casting aside their agonizing semifinal jinx with a masterful display of pace bowling.
The Times of India · Jun 18, 2024 T20 World Cup: South Africa face USA in Super 8 clash NEW DELHI: South Africa, undefeated in the tournament thus far, will face a determined USA in their opening Super Eight match of the T20 World Cup at North Sound in Antigua on Wednesday.