South Africa's World Cup preparations take a hit as captain Temba Bavuma returns home due to personal reason
1 year, 5 months ago

South Africa's World Cup preparations take a hit as captain Temba Bavuma returns home due to personal reason

India Today  

South Africa have been dealt with a minor setback as captain Temba Bavuma returned home due to personal reason. Bavuma will miss South Africa's warm-up matches of Cricket World Cup 2023 but he is expected to return to lead the side in their opener. South Africa have already been hit by injury concerns as they have lost Anrich Nortje and Sisanda Magala in the lead-up to the injuries. SOUTH AFRICA FIXTURES FOR WORLD CUP October 7, 2 PM: South Africa v Sri Lanka October 12, 2 PM: South Africa v Australia October 17, 2 PM: South Africa v Netherlands October 21, 2 PM: South Africa v England October 24, 2 PM: South Africa v Bangladesh October 27, 2 PM: South Africa v Pakistan November 1, 2 PM: South Africa v New Zealand November 5, 2 PM: South Africa v India November 10, 2 PM: South Africa v Afghanistan Published By: Akshay Ramesh Published On: Sep 28, 2023

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We are still evolving as a team: South Africa coach after another knockout punch
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2 weeks, 1 day ago

We are still evolving as a team: South Africa coach after another knockout punch

Hindustan Times  

Lahore, Yet another knockout stage heartbreak at yet another ICC event. But perennial bridesmaid South Africa remains on the right track two years before the ODI World Cup at home, feels the team's head coach Rob Walter after its semifinal exit from the Champions Trophy here. Walter was expectedly asked about South Africa going down in a knockout game of …

South Africa head coach Rob Walter eyes World Cup 2027 at home after yet another semi-final heartbreak
2 weeks, 1 day ago

South Africa head coach Rob Walter eyes World Cup 2027 at home after yet another semi-final heartbreak

India TV News  

South Africa head coach Rob Walter eyes World Cup 2027 at home after yet another semi-final heartbreak For the umpteenth time, South Africa couldn't put up a good show in the knockout stage of an ICC event and remained away from the trophy. They lost to New Zealand by 50 runs in the second semi-final of the Champions Trophy on …

South Africa vs New Zealand Semi-final Highlights: New Zealand to face India in the final
2 weeks, 2 days ago

South Africa vs New Zealand Semi-final Highlights: New Zealand to face India in the final

Firstpost  

SA vs NZ Champions Trophy 2025 Highlights: New Zealand have defeated South Africa by 50 runs to set up a final clash against India. South Africa vs New Zealand Highlights, Champions Trophy 2025 Semi-Final: New Zealand have defeated South Africa by 50 runs to qualify for the final. South Africa reached 94/1 after 17 overs, with Temba Bavuma and Rassie …

SA vs NZ, Champions Trophy 2025 Semi Final: India to meet New Zealand in final
Top News
2 weeks, 2 days ago

SA vs NZ, Champions Trophy 2025 Semi Final: India to meet New Zealand in final

Hindustan Times  

SA vs NZ, Champions Trophy 2025 Semi Final: New Zealand will face India in the final after beating South Africa by 50 runs. South Africa looked like they were on track to chasing down the mammoth target of 363 for just over 20 overs of their innings but New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner has triggered a collapse that has now …

SA vs NZ, Champions Trophy 2025 Semi Final: India to meet New Zealand in final
Top News
2 weeks, 2 days ago

SA vs NZ, Champions Trophy 2025 Semi Final: India to meet New Zealand in final

Hindustan Times  

SA vs NZ, Champions Trophy 2025 Semi Final: New Zealand will face India in the final after beating South Africa by 50 runs. South Africa looked like they were on track to chasing down the mammoth target of 363 for just over 20 overs of their innings but New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner has triggered a collapse that has now …

South Africa vs New Zealand Prediction: Who’ll win today’s SA vs NZ semifinal in Lahore? AI, fantasy team and more
2 weeks, 2 days ago

South Africa vs New Zealand Prediction: Who’ll win today’s SA vs NZ semifinal in Lahore? AI, fantasy team and more

Live Mint  

South Africa and New Zealand will clash in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 second semifinal today. SA vs NZ: AI Prediction Let’s see what AI is predicting about today’s South Africa vs New Zealand match at the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. ChatGPT says, “South Africa have an explosive middle order, but New Zealand’s disciplined bowling and fielding could tilt the …

South Africa vs New Zealand LIVE SCORE, Champions Trophy 2025 semifinal: Proteas eye second final appearance
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2 weeks, 2 days ago

South Africa vs New Zealand LIVE SCORE, Champions Trophy 2025 semifinal: Proteas eye second final appearance

Live Mint  

South Africa vs New Zealand LIVE SCORE, Champions Trophy 2025 semifinal: Unbeaten in the tournament so far, South Africa and New Zealand will face off in a ICC Champions Trophy 2025 semifinal in Lahore for a place in the summit clash. In Champions Trophy, both played only two games with South Africa and New Zealand one game each. South Africa …

NZ vs SA Dream11 Prediction, Champions Trophy 2025: New Zealand vs South Africa playing XI, fantasy team picks, squads
2 weeks, 2 days ago

NZ vs SA Dream11 Prediction, Champions Trophy 2025: New Zealand vs South Africa playing XI, fantasy team picks, squads

The Hindu  

South Africa will take on New Zealand in the second semifinal of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 in Lahore on Wednesday. The BlackCaps finished the group stage with two wins and a loss to be placed second in Group A with four points. LIVE UPDATES - NZ vs SA Champions Trophy Semifinal NZ vs SA DREAM11 PREDICTION Wicketkeepers Heinrich Klaasen …

Temba Bavuma, South Africa plot against Kane Williamson: He's always been a thorn
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Temba Bavuma, South Africa plot against Kane Williamson: He's always been a thorn

India Today  

Temba Bavuma said that South Africa have ‘plans’ to take down Kane Williamson in the second semi-final of the Champions Trophy on Wednesday, March 5 at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. But I think, like any top player on any top side, you know that as a team you've got to raise your intensity and when the player comes in …

South Africa vs New Zealand semi-final: Lahore weather forecast, pitch report, predicted playing XIs, head-to-head record & more
2 weeks, 2 days ago

South Africa vs New Zealand semi-final: Lahore weather forecast, pitch report, predicted playing XIs, head-to-head record & more

Firstpost  

South Africa vs New Zealand semi-final: Check predicted playing XI, live streaming details, Lahore weather forecast, pitch report, and head-to-head record before the SA vs NZ semi-final in Champions Trophy 2025. South Africa vs New Zealand live streaming, weather forecast and pitch report: South Africa and New Zealand are all set to lock horns against each other in the second …

Williamson has been a thorn for us, we have plans to stop him: South Africa skipper Bavuma
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Williamson has been a thorn for us, we have plans to stop him: South Africa skipper Bavuma

The Hindu  

Kane Williamson has proved to be a thorn in our flesh, said South Africa captain Temba Bavuma on Tuesday, adding that his team has outlined plans to stop the New Zealand batting mainstay in the second semi-final of the ICC Champions Trophy here. Williamson, who scored 81 in a losing cause against India in the final league match, has hit …

‘Logistically things could have been more efficient’ - Temba Bavuma on flying between Lahore and Dubai in Champions Trophy
2 weeks, 2 days ago

‘Logistically things could have been more efficient’ - Temba Bavuma on flying between Lahore and Dubai in Champions Trophy

The Hindu  

South Africa captain Temba Bavuma did not mince his words as he said that logistically, things could have been handled better in the ongoing Champions Trophy. While New Zealand flew back to Lahore from Dubai on Monday for the semifinal, South Africa reached late in the evening. “Probably, logistically things could have been more efficient,” Bavuma said. READ: SA vs …

SA vs NZ, ICC Champions Trophy 2025: South Africa, New Zealand battle in high-stakes clash for final spot
2 weeks, 2 days ago

SA vs NZ, ICC Champions Trophy 2025: South Africa, New Zealand battle in high-stakes clash for final spot

The Hindu  

Two weeks, thousands of kilometres travelled, and it comes down to the clash between two teams, who for all their history, have never lifted the World Cup. Though both South Africa and New Zealand won the ICC Knockouts, as the Champions Trophy was known earlier, it has been twenty-five years since either of them have been able to win a …

South Africa vs New Zealand, all you need to know: Lahore pitch report, live streaming
2 weeks, 3 days ago

South Africa vs New Zealand, all you need to know: Lahore pitch report, live streaming

India Today  

The second semi-final of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is set to be played between New Zealand and South Africa on Tuesday, March 4 at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore. Champions Trophy: Full Coverage | Points Table South Africa vs New Zealand Lahore Pitch Report In the three matches played in the tournament so far at the venue, once each has been …

South Africa vs England highlights, Champions Trophy 2025: South Africa win by seven wickets, go atop Group B
2 weeks, 6 days ago

South Africa vs England highlights, Champions Trophy 2025: South Africa win by seven wickets, go atop Group B

Live Mint  

South Africa vs England highlights, Champions Trophy 2025: Rassie van der Dussen scored 72 not out off 87 balls to lead South Africa into the semifinals of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 by beating England by seven wickets Saturday. ENG 99/4 South Africa vs England LIVE SCORE: Time for Harry Brook, Joe Root to build something big Time for Harry …

ENG vs SA Dream11 Prediction, ICC Champions Trophy 2025: England v South Africa predicted playing XI squads
2 weeks, 6 days ago

ENG vs SA Dream11 Prediction, ICC Champions Trophy 2025: England v South Africa predicted playing XI squads

The Hindu  

England and South Africa will lock horns in the last Group B match of the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy 2025 at the National Bank Stadium in Karachi on Saturday. SOUTH AFRICA PREDICTED XI Ryan Rickelton, Temba Bavuma, Aiden Markram, Heinrich Klaasen, David Miller, Rassie van der Dussen, Wiaan Mulder, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Marco Jansen, Lungi Ngidi. ENG vs SA …

SA vs ENG: Temba Bavuma misses out due to illness, Saqib Mahmood replaces Mark Wood
2 weeks, 6 days ago

SA vs ENG: Temba Bavuma misses out due to illness, Saqib Mahmood replaces Mark Wood

India Today  

Temba Bavuma and Tony de Zorzi missed South Africa’s crucial Group B match in the Champions Trophy 2025 against England. Champions Trophy: Full Coverage | Points Table Klaasen recently missed the clash against the Afghans due to an elbow injury, but has returned for South Africa’s last group game. South Africa vs England, Champions Trophy Highlights England, in the meantime, …

ENG vs SA: South Africa's Aiden Markram hit with injury just ahead of semis
2 weeks, 6 days ago

ENG vs SA: South Africa's Aiden Markram hit with injury just ahead of semis

India Today  

South Africa were hit with a major injury concern as Aiden Markram had to leave the field during the England game and is expected to only bat if required. Markram, who was leading South Africa in the absence of Temba Bavuma, was forced off the field as he felt discomfort in his left hamstring. "Aiden Markram - stand-in South Africa …

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: South Africa faces struggling England, eyes top spot ahead of semifinals
2 weeks, 6 days ago

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: South Africa faces struggling England, eyes top spot ahead of semifinals

The Hindu  

South Africa will aim to assert its dominance and secure the top spot in Group B when it faces a struggling England in a Champions Trophy clash on Saturday. England will have to beat South Africa by at least 207 runs on Saturday if Afghanistan is to pip the Proteas for the remaining semifinal berth in Group B. Ryan Rickelton …

South Africa look to seal semifinal spot in clash against struggling England in Champions Trophy
3 weeks ago

South Africa look to seal semifinal spot in clash against struggling England in Champions Trophy

New Indian Express  

KARACHI: As the battle for the semifinals intensifies in Group B, top-ranked South Africa will aim to assert their dominance and secure a spot in the final four when they face a struggling England in a high-stakes Champions Trophy clash here on Saturday. Unlike Group A wherein two best sides -- India and New Zealand -- have sailed through with …

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: South Africa’s Heinrich Klaasen fit again after shaking off elbow issue
3 weeks, 2 days ago

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: South Africa’s Heinrich Klaasen fit again after shaking off elbow issue

The Hindu  

South Africa batter Heinrich Klaasen has recovered from an elbow injury that kept him out of its Champions Trophy opener against Afghanistan, skipper Temba Bavuma said. The Proteas were unsure if Klaasen would have been available to face Australia in their second match in Rawalpindi on Tuesday but the game was abandoned without a ball being bowled due to rain. …

Australia vs South Africa Highlights: Match abandoned, both sides share one point each
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Australia vs South Africa Highlights: Match abandoned, both sides share one point each

Firstpost  

Australia vs South Africa, Champions Trophy 2025 Highlights: Follow latest updates, Rawalpindi weather forecast and pitch report from AUS vs SA match. Australia vs South Africa Highlights: The Australia vs South Africa match in the Champions Trophy 2025 has been abandoned due to heavy rainfall and a wet outfield in Rawalpindi. 5.49 PM IST Update: The match has been abandoned …

Australia vs South Africa, Champions Trophy 2025: What happens if AUS vs SA match gets abandoned due to Rawalpindi rain?
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Australia vs South Africa, Champions Trophy 2025: What happens if AUS vs SA match gets abandoned due to Rawalpindi rain?

Live Mint  

Australia and South Africa will clash in a crucial Group B game today in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. If today’s Australia vs South Africa match in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 gets abandoned due to rain, both teams will receive one point each as per standard ICC tournament rules for washed-out matches. Impact on Champions Trophy 2025 Points Table …

AUS vs SA highlights, Champions Trophy 2025: Australia, South Africa share spoils after washout in Rawalpindi
3 weeks, 3 days ago

AUS vs SA highlights, Champions Trophy 2025: Australia, South Africa share spoils after washout in Rawalpindi

Live Mint  

AUS vs SA LIVE Score Updates, Champions Trophy 2025: The Champions Trophy 2025 match between Australia and South Africa was abandoned here on Tuesday due to persistent rain, forcing the two Group B heavyweights to share a point each. Australia Vs South Africa LIVE SCORE: Rain continues in Rawalpindi The conditions continue to remain gloomy in Rawalpindi. Australia Vs South …

AUS vs SA Dream11 Prediction, ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Australia v South Africa predicted playing XI; full squads
3 weeks, 3 days ago

AUS vs SA Dream11 Prediction, ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Australia v South Africa predicted playing XI; full squads

The Hindu  

Australia and South Africa will lock horns in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Tuesday. Here is how the two teams are expected to lineup for the match: AUSTRALIA PREDICTED XI Travis Head, Matthew Short, Steve Smith, Marnus Labuschagne, Josh Inglis, Alex Carey, Glenn Maxwell, Sean Abbott, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa, Spencer Johnson. SOUTH AFRICA …

AUS vs SA: Run-fest on cards as Australia, South Africa aim to boost semis hopes
3 weeks, 3 days ago

AUS vs SA: Run-fest on cards as Australia, South Africa aim to boost semis hopes

India Today  

Australia and South Africa come into the contest on Tuesday, February 25 after big wins. The Aussies have won eight ICC white-ball events since South Africa's achievement in 1998 and always back them in major tournaments. South Africa await Heinrich Klaasen return Probably one player South Africa would want while facing Australia is Heinrich Klaasen. "Spencer Johnson's really damaging up …

Australia vs South Africa Champions Trophy match abandoned due to rain
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Australia vs South Africa Champions Trophy match abandoned due to rain

Al Jazeera  

Both teams have three points after two games in Group B ahead of Afghanistan and England, who play on Wednesday. The Champions Trophy Group B fixture between Australia and South Africa in Rawalpindi has been abandoned without a ball being bowled after persistent rain kept the players from the field. A handful of spectators with South African and Australian flags …

AUS vs SA, Champions Trophy Dream11 prediction: Best fantasy picks for Australia vs South Africa match
3 weeks, 3 days ago

AUS vs SA, Champions Trophy Dream11 prediction: Best fantasy picks for Australia vs South Africa match

India TV News  

AUS vs SA, Champions Trophy Dream11 prediction: Best fantasy picks for Australia vs South Africa match Australia and South Africa will be up against for the top-of-the-table clash in the Champions Trophy Group B and will be keen to seal their semi-final spot before the final group stage fixture. This will be the first time Australia and South Africa are …

Champions Trophy | South Africa and Australia in a battle of equals
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Champions Trophy | South Africa and Australia in a battle of equals

The Hindu  

Temba Bavuma is bullish about South Africa’s chances in the Champions Trophy despite the team sweating over Heinrich Klaasen’s fitness ahead of Tuesday’s marquee fixture against Australia. Australia would expect Jos Inglis, the hero of the record chase against England, to continue in the same vein while South Africa would look to Ryan Rickelton, the century-maker against Afghanistan, to fire …

Champions Trophy 2025: After convincing wins, South Africa and Australia lock horns in Rawalpindi
Top News
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Champions Trophy 2025: After convincing wins, South Africa and Australia lock horns in Rawalpindi

The Hindu  

Temba Bavuma is quite bullish about South Africa’s chances in the Champions Trophy, despite the team sweating over Heinrich Klaasen’s fitness ahead of Tuesday’s marquee fixture against Australia. Australia would expect Jos Inglis, the centurion of the last game against England, to come good, and South Africa would again put its money on Ryan Rickelton. The young Rickelton smashed a …

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Australia vs South Africa CT match in Rawalpindi preview
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3 weeks, 4 days ago

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Australia vs South Africa CT match in Rawalpindi preview

The Hindu  

Australia and South Africa, two teams possessing plenty of batting firepower, will look to outmuscle each other in Rawalpindi on Tuesday and put one foot in the semifinals of the Champions Trophy. Josh Inglis' confidence must be sky high after playing the innings of his life with runs also coming from the bat of Matthew Short, Marnus Labuschagne, Alex Carey …

Australia vs South Africa, all you need to know: Predicted playing XI, Pitch report
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Australia vs South Africa, all you need to know: Predicted playing XI, Pitch report

India Today  

Australia and South Africa are set to clash in a crucial Group B encounter of the Champions Trophy 2025 on Tuesday, February 25, at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. Ryan Rickelton’s stellar 103 laid the foundation for South Africa’s imposing total, with skipper Temba Bavuma, Rassie van der Dussen, and Aiden Markram all contributing fifties to propel their team to 315 …

AUS vs SA: Temba Bavuma shares update on Heinrich Klaasen before Australia clash
3 weeks, 4 days ago

AUS vs SA: Temba Bavuma shares update on Heinrich Klaasen before Australia clash

India Today  

South African skipper Temba Bavuma provided an update on Heinrich Klaasen ahead of the crucial Group B match in the 2025 Champions Trophy on Tuesday, February 25, at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. Klaasen missed South Africa's previous game against Afghanistan in Karachi due to a left elbow soft tissue injury, sidelined as a precaution. ‘Tough to defend’ Earlier this month, Pakistan …

Champions Trophy 2025: Rickelton, bowlers power South Africa to massive win over Afghanistan
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Rickelton, bowlers power South Africa to massive win over Afghanistan

The Hindu  

Ryan Rickelton became the second South African man, after Gary Kirsten, to score a century on debut in an ICC tournament as South Africa began its Champions Trophy campaign with a convincing 107-run victory against Afghanistan. However, with Rickelton and captain Temba Bavuma steadying things, and adding 129 runs for the second wicket, South Africa managed to negate Afghanistan’s spin …

South Africa vs Afghanistan | SA vs AFG, ICC Champions Trophy 2025: South Africa wins toss; opts to bat against Afghanistan
1 month ago

South Africa vs Afghanistan | SA vs AFG, ICC Champions Trophy 2025: South Africa wins toss; opts to bat against Afghanistan

The Hindu  

Ryan Rickelton became the second South African batter, after Gary Kirsten, to score a century on debut in an ICC tournament as South Africa began its Champions Trophy campaign with a convincing 107-run victory against Afghanistan. He kept the scoreboard ticking with singles and boundaries, to guide South Africa to 315 for 6 - a target that was far from …

AFG vs SA Dream11 Prediction, ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Afghanistan vs South Africa predicted playing XI; full squads, match info
1 month ago

AFG vs SA Dream11 Prediction, ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Afghanistan vs South Africa predicted playing XI; full squads, match info

The Hindu  

Playing in the ICC Champions Trophy for the first time, Afghanistan will hope to get off to a winning start when it faces South Africa at the National Bank Stadium in Karachi on Friday. Here is how the two teams are expected to lineup: AFGHANISTAN PREDICTED PLAYING XI Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Ibrahim Zadran, Sediqullah Atal, Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi, Azmatullah Omarzai, …

SA vs AFG: Heinrich Klaasen ruled out as South Africa suffer injury blow in Karachi
1 month ago

SA vs AFG: Heinrich Klaasen ruled out as South Africa suffer injury blow in Karachi

India Today  

South Africa suffered a big blow ahead of their Champions Trophy opener against Afghanistan as star batter Heinrich Klaasen was ruled out due to an injury. The superstar batter, a fine player of spin, was left out on the bench as a precautionary measure due to a left elbow soft tissue injury, Cricket South Africa said after captain Temba Bavuma …

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Bavuma urges bowler discipline on batter-friendly wickets
1 month ago

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Bavuma urges bowler discipline on batter-friendly wickets

The Hindu  

South Africa’s batters will relish the placid wickets at the Champions Trophy venues but need their bowlers to be more disciplined after two chastening defeats in its recent Tri-Series fixtures in Pakistan, according to captain Temba Bavuma. Bavuma’s side scored 304 in a Tri-Series fixture against New Zealand in Lahore and 352 against hosts Pakistan in Karachi, but lost both …

South Africa win their Champions Trophy warm-up match; Bangladesh lose in Dubai ahead of India clash
1 month ago

South Africa win their Champions Trophy warm-up match; Bangladesh lose in Dubai ahead of India clash

India TV News  

South Africa win their Champions Trophy warm-up match; Bangladesh lose in Dubai ahead of India clash The Champions Trophy warm-up fixtures came to an end with South Africa winning their practice game against Pakistan Shaheens in Karachi while Bangladesh lost theirs in Dubai. South Africa have got some momentum going into the Champions Trophy with a narrow win against the …

Champions Trophy 2025: Strengths, Weaknesses & X-Factors – South Africa Full Preview
1 month ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Strengths, Weaknesses & X-Factors – South Africa Full Preview

The Hindu  

South Africa’s performances in multi-nation tournaments have often followed a familiar pattern — strong starts in the early stages, only to fall short when the stakes are highest. Player to watch Since making his ODI debut, Jansen is one of only three fast-bowling all-rounders to have scored at least 400 runs and taken more than 40 wickets | Photo Credit: …

Champions Trophy 2025: Can South Africa overcome poor ODI form to strike gold?
1 month, 1 week ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Can South Africa overcome poor ODI form to strike gold?

India Today  

The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 presents South Africa with another opportunity to shed their long-standing reputation as “chokers.” The heartbreak of their narrow loss in the 2024 T20 World Cup final remains fresh, making the upcoming tournament a crucial shot at redemption. South Africa's Champions Trophy 2025 squad Temba Bavuma, Corbin Bosch, Tony de Zorzi, Marco Jansen, Heinrich Klaasen, Keshav …

Champions Trophy 2025: Can South Africa overcome poor ODI form to strike gold?
1 month, 1 week ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Can South Africa overcome poor ODI form to strike gold?

India Today  

The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 presents South Africa with another opportunity to shed their long-standing reputation as “chokers.” The heartbreak of their narrow loss in the 2024 T20 World Cup final remains fresh, making the upcoming tournament a crucial shot at redemption. South Africa's Champions Trophy 2025 squad Temba Bavuma, Corbin Bosch, Tony de Zorzi, Marco Jansen, Heinrich Klaasen, Keshav …

South Africa wins toss and elects to bat in a must-win tri-nation series match against Pakistan
1 month, 1 week ago

South Africa wins toss and elects to bat in a must-win tri-nation series match against Pakistan

Associated Press  

KARACHI, Pakistan — South Africa won the toss and elected to bat against Pakistan on Wednesday in a must-win tri-nation series game for both teams at an upgraded National Bank Stadium. South Africa is bolstered with the arrival of opening batter Toni de Zorzi, wicketkeeper-batter Heinrich Klaasen, left-arm spinner Keshav Maharaj and fast bowler Corbin Bosch, who all missed the …

South Africa vs Pakistan 3rd ODI Live: Watch PAK vs SA Tri-Nation series match, Live Score, Streaming on FanCode & Sony
1 month, 1 week ago

South Africa vs Pakistan 3rd ODI Live: Watch PAK vs SA Tri-Nation series match, Live Score, Streaming on FanCode & Sony

Live Mint  

Having lost to New Zealand in their respective games, Pakistan and South Africa would be seeking a spot in the Tri-Nation series final when they take on each other on Wednesday at the National Stadium in Karachi and get the momentum ahead of ICC Champions Trophy 2025. South Africa vs Pakistan 3rd ODI match details The Pakistan vs South Africa …

South Africa could end ICC trophy drought this year: Graeme Smith
1 month, 1 week ago

South Africa could end ICC trophy drought this year: Graeme Smith

The Hindu  

Former captain Graeme Smith is optimistic that South Africa will end its prolonged wait for an ICC trophy this year, long before they host the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup in 2027. With the eight-team Champions Trophy beginning on February 19 and World Test Championship final scheduled for June this year, Smith believes South Africa is on the brink of …

South Africa could end ICC trophy drought this year: Graeme Smith
1 month, 1 week ago

South Africa could end ICC trophy drought this year: Graeme Smith

The Hindu  

Former captain Graeme Smith is optimistic that South Africa will end its prolonged wait for an ICC trophy this year, long before it hosts the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup in 2027. With the eight-team Champions Trophy beginning on February 19 and the World Test Championship final scheduled for June this year, Smith believes South Africa is on the brink …

South African Captain Calls ICC Champions Trophy Tougher Than ODI World Cup
1 month, 1 week ago

South African Captain Calls ICC Champions Trophy Tougher Than ODI World Cup

ABP News  

South African captain Temba Bavuma on Sunday termed the ICC Champions Trophy a bigger challenge than the 50-over World Cup because lesser number of matches make it tough for teams to make a comeback. “Obviously, we have our sights on where we want to be in the Champions Trophy this time but the format makes it more challenging for teams …

Bosch replaces injured Nortje in South Africa’s Champions Trophy squad
1 month, 1 week ago

Bosch replaces injured Nortje in South Africa’s Champions Trophy squad

Associated Press  

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa — Fast bowling all-rounder Corbin Bosch has replaced the injured Anrich Nortje in South Africa’s squad for the Champions Trophy in Pakistan later this month. South Africa suffered another injury blow ahead of the Champions Trophy, starting in Karachi on Feb. 19, when Gerald Coetzee was ruled out of the tournament due to a groin problem just …

Champions Trophy 2025: South Africa names Nortje replacement in squad
1 month, 1 week ago

Champions Trophy 2025: South Africa names Nortje replacement in squad

The Hindu  

South Africa announced the replacement for Anrich Nortje in its Champions Trophy 2025 squad after the pacer was ruled out due to a back injury. Teenage pacer Kwena Maphaka has also been added to the South Africa squad as a travelling reserve. The Proteas begin its Champions Trophy 2025 campaign on 21 February against Afghanistan in Karachi, Pakistan. South Africa …

South Africa name weakened squad for 1st ODI in Pakistan tri-series
1 month, 2 weeks ago

South Africa name weakened squad for 1st ODI in Pakistan tri-series

India Today  

South Africa coach Rob Walter announced a 12-member squad for the team's first ODI match in the tri-series in Pakistan on Wednesday, February 5. South Africa named a second-string side with 6 uncapped players selected for the game against New Zealand. South Africa will play one game each against the hosts and New Zealand, with the final of the tournament …

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