South Africa to send below-strength Test team to New Zealand
1 year, 4 months ago

South Africa to send below-strength Test team to New Zealand

The Hindu  

South Africa will send an understrength team to New Zealand for two World Test Championship matches in February, following the release on Tuesday of the fixtures for its domestic SA20 franchise competition. Cricket South Africa chief executive Pholetsi Moseki confirmed to AFP on Tuesday that no players contracted to the six SA20 franchises would travel to New Zealand. “It is a directive of Cricket South Africa,” said Moseki, adding that the ruling would also apply to players whose involvement ended at the conclusion of the league phase of the SA20, which ends on February 4. Cricket South Africa tried to negotiate a postponement of the Tests but this was rejected by New Zealand Cricket.

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Steve Smith to captain spin-heavy Australia in Sri Lanka Tests, no rest for Starc
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1 day, 23 hours ago

Steve Smith to captain spin-heavy Australia in Sri Lanka Tests, no rest for Starc

India Today  

Star batter Steve Smith will lead Australia's spin-heavy 16-player squad for the two-Test tour of Sri Lanka, starting on January 29. Former Australia U19 Cricket World Cup captain Cooper Connolly receives his first Test squad call-up, while fellow youngster Nathan McSweeney has been recalled despite missing the Melbourne and Sydney Tests in the recent Border-Gavaskar Series. A potential debutant in …

Two-tier Test cricket system proposal fair? South Africa great Graeme Smith reacts
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2 days, 23 hours ago

Two-tier Test cricket system proposal fair? South Africa great Graeme Smith reacts

India Today  

Legendary South African cricketer Graeme Smith has expressed concerns about the idea of a two-tier system for Test cricket—an idea reportedly under discussion by cricket powerhouses India, Australia, and England, alongside newly elected International Cricket Council chairman Jay Shah. Smith pointed out that no other sport limits competition to just the top three teams, while also stressing the importance of …

SA vs PAK, 2nd Test: South Africa’s run of success is just the start, says skipper Bavuma
3 days, 19 hours ago

SA vs PAK, 2nd Test: South Africa’s run of success is just the start, says skipper Bavuma

The Hindu  

Captain Temba Bavuma said there was something special brewing in South Africa’s Test team after it won its seventh match in a row, beating Pakistan by 10 wickets at Newlands on Monday, and it could now look forward to the World Test Championship final. The World Test Championship final will be played at Lord’s from June 11-15 against arguably South …

South Africa ready to run through a brick wall to win WTC: Temba Bavuma
3 days, 23 hours ago

South Africa ready to run through a brick wall to win WTC: Temba Bavuma

India Today  

South Africa skipper Temba Bavuma has made it clear that his team will leave no stone unturned in their quest to win the ICC World Test Championship final. The victory in Cape Town marked South Africa’s seventh consecutive Test win, a streak that underscores their dominance in red-ball cricket. Addressing reporters after leading his team to a commanding 2-0 series …

7 Tests, 7 wins: South Africa script fairy-tale comeback to confirm top spot in WTC
4 days, 23 hours ago

7 Tests, 7 wins: South Africa script fairy-tale comeback to confirm top spot in WTC

India Today  

South Africa, on Monday, confirmed their top spot in the 2023-25 cycle of the World Test Championship. South Africa vs Pakistan, 2nd Test Day 4 Highlights After the drawn Test in August, the Proteas were placed seventh with a point percentage of 26.67. The latest #WTC25 table after West Indies and South Africa play out a draw in Trinidad 🏏 …

Proteas in 2024: From prioritising T20s to reaching WTC final
1 week, 3 days ago

Proteas in 2024: From prioritising T20s to reaching WTC final

Hindustan Times  

Kolkata: South Africa cementing the World Test Championship final spot hasn’t probably hit the right spot. South Africa overcame Pakistan by two wickets at Centurion on Sunday to win the first Test and become the first team to qualify for the ICC World Test Championship Final 2025 ICC’s average points system may come under scrutiny for allowing South Africa to …

South Africa’s glorious revival is a fitting end to a year that gave Test cricket new life
1 week, 4 days ago

South Africa’s glorious revival is a fitting end to a year that gave Test cricket new life

The Independent  

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South Africa needs big improvement before World Test final, says coach Conrad
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1 week, 4 days ago

South Africa needs big improvement before World Test final, says coach Conrad

The Hindu  

South Africa has plenty to improve on despite securing its place in next year’s World Test Championship final following its victory over Pakistan on Sunday, warned coach Shukri Conrad and captain Temba Bavuma. South Africa wrapped up a nerve-jangling two-wicket win to seal its sixth successive test victory, which was enough to ensure a top-two finish in the WTC standings …

South Africa call up two uncapped fast bowlers for Pakistan Test series
3 weeks, 2 days ago

South Africa call up two uncapped fast bowlers for Pakistan Test series

Hindustan Times  

South Africa named two uncapped fast bowlers in a 16-man squad for a two-match Test series against Pakistan starting in Centurion on December 26. South Africa call up two uncapped fast bowlers for Pakistan Test series With an entire battery of fast bowlers unavailable, left-armer Kwena Maphaka and Corbin Bosch were added to the team that beat Sri Lanka in …

South Africa announce Test squad for all-important 2-match series vs Pakistan
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3 weeks, 2 days ago

South Africa announce Test squad for all-important 2-match series vs Pakistan

India Today  

South Africa has announced their squad for the all-important two-match Test series against Pakistan, a series that holds immense significance as the Proteas aim to secure a spot in the ICC World Test Championship Final at Lord’s next year. With South Africa currently leading the WTC standings, head coach Shukri Conrad emphasised the team’s determination to maintain their top position …

WTC’s imperfections laid bare by SA’s late dash
1 month ago

WTC’s imperfections laid bare by SA’s late dash

Hindustan Times  

The screams and singing from the South Africa team celebrations echoed across St George’s Park at Gqeberha after their series-clinching Test win against Sri Lanka on Monday. It’s far easier for South Africa to accumulate enough percentage points over six 2-Test series than it is for England, Australia and India, who play two 5-Test series, one of it away from …

NZ Vs ENG, 2nd Test: Tim Southee Denies THIS English Duo Respective Tons; Dismisses Them In 'Nervous 90s'
1 month ago

NZ Vs ENG, 2nd Test: Tim Southee Denies THIS English Duo Respective Tons; Dismisses Them In 'Nervous 90s'

ABP News  

NZ Vs ENG, 2nd Test: Tim Southee hands youngester Jacob Bethell a massive heartbreak in the latter's second-only Test match, as the Kiwi legend dismisses the batsman four runs shy off his maiden Test ton. The incident occured during the 3rd innings of the 2nd Test match between New Zealand and England at the Basin Reserve in Wellington, as Jacob …

WTC 2023-25: How SA, SL and NZ could derail IND and AUS' hopes of featuring in final at Lord's
1 month, 1 week ago

WTC 2023-25: How SA, SL and NZ could derail IND and AUS' hopes of featuring in final at Lord's

Firstpost  

WTC 2023-25 final qualification scenarios: India regained the top spot on the points table after their thumping 295-run victory over Australia in Perth, but cannot afford to let their guard down with the Pat Cummins-led hosts and other teams such as South Africa in close pursuit. Following India’s thumping 295-run victory over Australia in the opening match of the Border-Gavaskar …

Cricket-S Africa, Sri Lanka eye World Test Championship final
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Cricket-S Africa, Sri Lanka eye World Test Championship final

Hindustan Times  

By Nick Said Cricket-S Africa, Sri Lanka eye World Test Championship final DURBAN, South Africa, - South Africa and Sri Lanka continue their quest for a place in the World Test Championship final when they clash in the first match of a two-test series at Kingsmead in Durban on Wednesday, with both needing victories to stay on course. No team …

South Africa vs Sri Lanka Test series Live Streaming: Squads, all you need to know
1 month, 2 weeks ago

South Africa vs Sri Lanka Test series Live Streaming: Squads, all you need to know

India Today  

South Africa and Sri Lanka are all set to battle it out in a 2-match Test series, with serious World Test Championship final implications. What the captains said Sri Lanka captain Dhananjaya de Silva said that they have been picking the brains of consultant Neil McKenzie on how they can tackle the conditions in South Africa. South Africa vs Sri …

New Zealand's Tim Southee set to retire from Test cricket after England series
1 month, 3 weeks ago

New Zealand's Tim Southee set to retire from Test cricket after England series

India Today  

New Zealand's legendary pacer Tim Southee has announced he will bid farewell to Test cricket following the third Test against England at his home ground, Seddon Park in Hamilton, this December. New Zealand Cricket confirmed that while Southee will retire from Test cricket, he remains open to representing the Black Caps in the ICC World Test Championship final next year …

South Africa pacer Lungi Ngidi ruled out of home Test season with groin injury
1 month, 3 weeks ago

South Africa pacer Lungi Ngidi ruled out of home Test season with groin injury

India Today  

South Africa’s World Test Championship plans suffered a significant setback with the announcement that fast bowler Lungi Ngidi will miss their four home Test matches this summer due to a groin injury. If South Africa achieves optimal results against Sri Lanka and Pakistan, they could raise their points percentage to a competitive 69.44%, marking them as serious contenders for the …

South Africa Announces 16-Member Squad for T20I Series vs India
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2 months, 1 week ago

South Africa Announces 16-Member Squad for T20I Series vs India

India Today  

South Africa announces a 16-member squad for the T20I series against India, seeking revenge for the final match in Barbados. The squad features a mix of youth and experience, with a focus on power-hitting and spin bowling. The series will mark the first encounter between the two teams since the 2024 ICC T20 World Cup final.

India Coach Gambhir Defends Team Despite Home Test Series Defeat
2 months, 1 week ago

India Coach Gambhir Defends Team Despite Home Test Series Defeat

India Today  

New Zealand's batting woes continue as they suffer a 0-2 loss in the first home Test series against India. Head coach Gautam Gambhir emphasizes collective responsibility rather than singling out the batting lineup, highlighting the importance of improving as a team. Despite the defeat, Gambhir remains optimistic about the impact of this setback and believes that it will push the …

South Africa's Crucial Test Showdown against Bangladesh: WTC Race on the Line
2 months, 1 week ago

South Africa's Crucial Test Showdown against Bangladesh: WTC Race on the Line

Live Mint  

South Africa will be facing a crucial Test match against Bangladesh in the second Test of the WTC cycle. With the race for the WTC heating up, South Africa needs to win at least four of their remaining five Tests to secure their final spot. They currently have a PCT of 47.62% and need to win at least four games …

South Africa Soars to the Top of the ICC World Test Championship Ladder with Dominant First Test Performance in India
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

South Africa Soars to the Top of the ICC World Test Championship Ladder with Dominant First Test Performance in India

The Hindu  

South Africa secured a historic first Test win in the Indian subcontinent after 10 long years on Thursday. The young team, led by captain Aiden Markram, dominated the match, securing victory with seven wickets in the fourth day match against Bangladesh. This remarkable achievement gives South Africa a much-needed boost and strengthens their chances of qualifying for the World Test …

South Africa vs New Zealand, Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 Final: A Tale of Revenge and Redemption
2 months, 3 weeks ago

South Africa vs New Zealand, Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 Final: A Tale of Revenge and Redemption

The Hindu  

South Africa and New Zealand will clash in the women's T20 World Cup 2024 final. Both teams have endured disappointing home World Cups in recent years, but they will be eager to secure a maiden World Cup title. South Africa boasts a strong batting line-up led by Laura Wolvaardt and Tazmin Brits, while New Zealand's bowling attack is spearheaded by …

New Zealand's Women's T20 World Cup Journey: A Final Showdown with South Africa
2 months, 3 weeks ago

New Zealand's Women's T20 World Cup Journey: A Final Showdown with South Africa

Hindustan Times  

New Zealand will be looking to bounce back from a disappointing 10-match losing streak when they take on South Africa in the T20 World Cup final. Despite the loss in the semi-final, the Kiwis are enjoying a remarkable turnaround, having reached the final for the first time since 2010. South Africa, on the other hand, are seeking to reclaim their …

Tim Southee wants cricket boards and franchises to 'work together' and avoid growing clashes
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Tim Southee wants cricket boards and franchises to 'work together' and avoid growing clashes

India TV News  

Tim Southee wants all the international cricket boards and franchises around the world to work together and devise a plan to make choices easier for professional cricketers who are currently burdened by the dilemma of picking between the two. "Yeah, I think that's decisions that each individual board are taking into account," Southee was quoted as saying by ESPNcricinfo in …

ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024: South Africa promise to keep the unkept promise
7 months, 1 week ago

ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024: South Africa promise to keep the unkept promise

India TV News  

South Africa will begin their campaign in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024 against the 2014 T20 world champions Sri Lanka at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York on June 3. Numerous members of South Africa's T20 World Cup squad have a fair amount of experience playing in the Caribbean as well as in the United …

Cricket-New Zealand look to experience and adaptability at T20 showpiece
7 months, 1 week ago

Cricket-New Zealand look to experience and adaptability at T20 showpiece

Hindustan Times  

By Nick Mulvenney Cricket-New Zealand look to experience and adaptability at T20 showpiece May 30 - New Zealand have long made a virtue of taking each challenge as it comes and while it might not make for much excitement at press conference time, it has not harmed their performances at major tournaments. Gary Stead's squad has a profusion of experience …

'It was unacceptable': Kagiaso Rabada reacts to South Africa players missing NZ Test series for SA20
9 months ago

'It was unacceptable': Kagiaso Rabada reacts to South Africa players missing NZ Test series for SA20

India TV News  

South Africa cricketer Kagiso Rabada has termed the scheduling fiasco that led to first-choice players choosing SA20 over New Zealand Test tour as 'unacceptable' while also terming it as a planning issue. There was widespread criticism of Cricket South Africa with many terming it as 'killing Test cricket' as well. The under-strength South Africa side lost the two-match Test series …

Tim Southee unsure if he will remain New Zealand captain on India tour
9 months, 4 weeks ago

Tim Southee unsure if he will remain New Zealand captain on India tour

India TV News  

New Zealand captain Tim Southee is unsure if he will play Tests on India tour or even against Afghanistan and Sri Lanka later this year while being at the helm. With Indian Premier League and T20 World Cup coming up, New Zealand aren't scheduled to play any Tests until they embark on Asian tour to play against Afghanistan, Sri Lanka …

New Zealand squad for Australia Test series: Daryl Mitchell returns; Kuggeleijn replaces Jamieson
10 months, 3 weeks ago

New Zealand squad for Australia Test series: Daryl Mitchell returns; Kuggeleijn replaces Jamieson

The Hindu  

New Zealand all-rounder Daryl Mitchell is expected to recover from a foot injury in time for the Test matches against Australia later this month while Scott Kuggeleijn will replace injured fast bowler Kyle Jamieson, New Zealand Cricket said on Saturday. Mitchell missed New Zealand’s second Test against South Africa while he will also sit out the upcoming T20 international series …

New Zealand end 92-year wait, win first-ever Test series against South Africa
10 months, 3 weeks ago

New Zealand end 92-year wait, win first-ever Test series against South Africa

Hindustan Times  

New Zealand won a Test series against South Africa for the first time with Kane Williamson hitting an unbeaten century Friday to steer them to a seven-wicket victory in the second Test. New Zealand's Kane Williamson plays a shot Williamson's unbeaten 133 was at the heart of their 269-3 in the fourth innings of a tight Test in Hamilton to …

Kane Williamson helps New Zealand end 92-year drought against South Africa
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Kane Williamson helps New Zealand end 92-year drought against South Africa

India TV News  

New Zealand have defeated South Africa by seven wickets in the second Test of the two-match series at the Seddon Park in Hamilton. With this win, they have won the Test series for the first time against South Africa in their cricket history. It has taken 92 years and 18 attempts for the Kiwis to register their first ever series …

South Africa wins toss, bats in 2nd test vs. New Zealand
10 months, 4 weeks ago

South Africa wins toss, bats in 2nd test vs. New Zealand

Hindustan Times  

HAMILTON, New Zealand — South Africa won the toss and chose to bat Tuesday in the second and final test against New Zealand at Seddon Park. HT Image New Zealand won the first test by 281 runs and needs only a draw to win a series over South Africa for the first time. South Africa made two changes to its …

New Zealand vs South Africa, 2nd Test: Seddon Park, Hamilton Pitch Report
10 months, 4 weeks ago

New Zealand vs South Africa, 2nd Test: Seddon Park, Hamilton Pitch Report

India TV News  

After a convincing win in the opening Test of the series, New Zealand are set to take on South Africa in the 2nd Test of the ongoing two-match series at Seddon Park in Hamilton on February 13. The Blackcaps skipper Tim Southee is weighing his fast-bowling options and the hosts may choose to field a four-pronged pace attack instead of …

Graeme Smith has a plan – but is it too late to save South African cricket?
11 months ago

Graeme Smith has a plan – but is it too late to save South African cricket?

The Independent  

When Graeme Smith made his Test debut back in 2002, the cricket world was a very different place. open image in gallery Graeme Smith played 117 Test matches for South Africa, and just 33 Twenty20 internationals “But it’s not only the commercial benefit. “International cricket needs South Africa to be strong, it needs countries like Sri Lanka to be strong …

New Zealand hammer South Africa in first Test to move past India on WTC points table
11 months ago

New Zealand hammer South Africa in first Test to move past India on WTC points table

India TV News  

New Zealand have raced past both India and Australia to claim the zenith of the World Test Championship points table after their 281-run win over South Africa in the first Test. New Zealand were occupying the third position on the ladder before the outcome of the game and a comprehensive win in the curtain raiser of the series boosted their …

New Zealand vs South Africa: Kane Williamson, Rachin Ravindra centuries punish depleted visitors
11 months ago

New Zealand vs South Africa: Kane Williamson, Rachin Ravindra centuries punish depleted visitors

Firstpost  

Rachin Ravindra and Kane Williamson ground out unbeaten centuries as New Zealand punished a second-string South Africa on the opening day of the first Test at Mount Maunganui on Sunday. Williamson was at his gritty best in reaching 112 off 259 balls, his 30th Test century, while Ravindra reached three figures for the first time and was unbeaten on 118 …

New batting role for Rachin Ravindra as New Zealand announce Test squad for South Africa series
11 months, 2 weeks ago

New batting role for Rachin Ravindra as New Zealand announce Test squad for South Africa series

Firstpost  

Star batters Kane Williamson and Rachin Ravindra were named Friday in the New Zealand squad for the two-match home Test series, starting next week, against an inexperienced South Africa side. Williamson returns to the Black Caps after a hamstring strain sidelined him during the recent home Twenty20 series win over Pakistan, which New Zealand took 4-1. The first game begins …

Kane Williamson will be fit for Test series vs South Africa, says coach Gary Stead
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Kane Williamson will be fit for Test series vs South Africa, says coach Gary Stead

India Today  

New Zealand are set to play a 2-match Test series against South Africa in February. On Monday, 22 January, NZ head coach Gary Stead, however, stressed that he expected Williamson to regain full fitness ahead of the first Test match that starts on 4 February. Williamson will be crucial for the Kiwis in the home Test series against South Africa. …

'You don't find Kohli and the boys putting out Test cricket for BBL': Former South Africa all-rounder Brian McMillan
1 year ago

'You don't find Kohli and the boys putting out Test cricket for BBL': Former South Africa all-rounder Brian McMillan

Firstpost  

Reacting to veteran South African players preferring the SA20 league over the Test series against New Zealand, former Proteas cricketer Brian McMillan gave the example of Virat Kohli and said that Test cricket will remain the “ultimate game” despite being threatened. People make a name on essence.” Many have been critical of CSA’s decision to send a second strong side …

SA20 is for just four weeks and you can still play Test cricket: Former South Africa captain Graeme Smith
1 year ago

SA20 is for just four weeks and you can still play Test cricket: Former South Africa captain Graeme Smith

The Hindu  

The SA20 has a window of just four weeks and South African Test cricket can not only co-exist but also flourish for the rest of the year, former skipper Graeme Smith said on Sunday. I believe it’s just four weeks a year and there would be a lot of chance to play Test cricket,” Smith, without getting into the latest …

SA vs IND: AB de Villiers 'not happy' with 2-Test series with India, blames T20 cricket
1 year ago

SA vs IND: AB de Villiers 'not happy' with 2-Test series with India, blames T20 cricket

India Today  

Former South Africa wicket-keeping batter AB de Villiers has blamed T20 cricket for the two-match Test series between India and South Africa. 1⃣-1⃣ A well-fought Test Series between the two teams comes to an end 👏👏#TeamIndia | #SAvIND pic.twitter.com/pTsYsYoKGt — BCCI January 4, 2024 Speaking on his Youtube channel, De Villiers said he’s unhappy that there wasn’t a third Test, …

The great South African collapse: Lowest total since readmission, worst against India as Siraj and Co. breathe fire
1 year ago

The great South African collapse: Lowest total since readmission, worst against India as Siraj and Co. breathe fire

Hindustan Times  

Team India was left cock-a-hoop after an eventful morning session saw them bowl South Africa out for 55 on Day 1 of the second Test in Cape Town. India, led by Mohammed Siraj's legendary five-wicket-haul were in such hurry that the opening session was stretched, but even the extension lasted merely five minutes as Siraj, Bumrah and Mukesh Kumar ran …

Under-fire Cricket South Africa defends weakened team for New Zealand Tests
1 year ago

Under-fire Cricket South Africa defends weakened team for New Zealand Tests

Firstpost  

Cricket South Africa responded on Tuesday to what it described as “concern” about the country sending a below-strength team to New Zealand, claiming it was unable to agree alternative dates for the series. The announcement of the squad on Saturday led to criticism, notably from former Australian captain Steve Waugh, who said the selection showed a lack of respect to …

SA Test team controversy | This might be an inflexion point in the game, but we need to care
1 year ago

SA Test team controversy | This might be an inflexion point in the game, but we need to care

The Hindu  

It has been happening for a while but now it is out in the open, shorn of the veneer of normalcy that administrators like to put on things. South Africa favouring their domestic T20 tournament over a Test series in New Zealand is only the latest and least ambiguous step in a journey that cricket has been making in recent …

South Africa defends weakened Test squad for New Zealand series
1 year ago

South Africa defends weakened Test squad for New Zealand series

The Hindu  

Test cricket remains the pinnacle of the game, Cricket South Africa said after it was criticised for selecting a second-string squad featuring seven debutants for the country’s two fixtures in New Zealand next month. Once it became apparent that there would be a clash, we made every effort to find another mutually suitable timeslot for this series in consultation with …

NZ vs SA: Waugh slams South Africa Cricket for prioritising domestic T20 tournament over Tests
1 year ago

NZ vs SA: Waugh slams South Africa Cricket for prioritising domestic T20 tournament over Tests

The Hindu  

Former Australia captain Steve Waugh said South Africa’s decision to send a shadow side to New Zealand for a test tour while its top players take part in a domestic T20 tournament shows the longest format of the game is under threat. Cricket South Africa named seven uncapped players, including skipper Neil Brand, for next month’s two-Test tour of New …

Steve Waugh worried about future of Test cricket: 'If I were New Zealand, I wouldn't play' against weakened South Africa
1 year ago

Steve Waugh worried about future of Test cricket: 'If I were New Zealand, I wouldn't play' against weakened South Africa

India Today  

Former Australia captain Steve Waugh reacted strongly to South Africa not naming a full-strength Test squad for their 2-match series in New Zealand in February 2024, expressing concerns over the future of the longest format of the game. South Africa announced a significantly weakened squad for their upcoming Test series against New Zealand in February 2024. While the likes of …

Uncapped Neil Brand named South Africa captain in inexperienced squad for New Zealand Test tour
1 year ago

Uncapped Neil Brand named South Africa captain in inexperienced squad for New Zealand Test tour

The Hindu  

South Africa has named its 14-player Test squad for the tour of New Zealand in January, with a new captain to lead a rookie squad. Uncapped Neil Brand will lead South Africa in New Zealand in the two-match ICC World Test Championship series, with only three players from the squad currently playing India travelling with the team. SPORTSTAR ACES 2024 …

Ind vs SA in Tests: Rohit Sharma’s men must navigate fine margins to conquer final frontier
1 year ago

Ind vs SA in Tests: Rohit Sharma’s men must navigate fine margins to conquer final frontier

The Hindu  

Thirty-one years have passed since Jimmy Cook edged Kapil Dev’s outswinger to Sachin Tendulkar at slip and reluctantly walked back to the dressing room at the Kingsmead Cricket Ground in Durban. Temba Bavuma took over from Dean Elgar, whose obduracy at the top played an important role in South Africa’s series victory last time. The numbers from his last Test …

India in South Africa: Looking to drive home the bench strength
1 year, 1 month ago

India in South Africa: Looking to drive home the bench strength

Hindustan Times  

In the post-Covid world, leading cricket nations have embraced the idea of overlapping series. Ten days before the 2022 T20 World Cup, the Shikhar Dhawan-led ODI team played South Africa at home. TESTING INDIA’S BENCH The South Africa tour – it starts with the first T20I in Durban on Sunday – will be a manifestation of India’s bench strength. As …

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