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Jonathan Bird Believes Junior Proteas Have Found Rhythm with the Bat
A rising star at the crease, Jonathan Bird, has shown glimpses of what he can produce and thinks the South Africa under-19s have begun to click with the bat ahead of their ICC under-19 Cricket World Cup Super League Quarter-final against Bangladesh in Potchefstroom on Thursday, 31 January.
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ICC U19 World Cup Warm-Up matches - India, Pakistan and Sri Lanka all Win
Group A rivals India and Sri Lanka claimed contrasting wins on the opening day of warm-up action ahead of the ICC U19 Cricket World Cup 2020 in South Africa.
Jurel century inspires India’s Quadrangular Final win
Dhruv Jurel’s century inspired India to a 69-run victory over the South Africa under-19s in an exciting Youth One-Day International (ODI) Quadrangular series final
Imperial Lions were crowned champions of the 13th annual Cricket South Africa Cubs Week
The Imperial Lions were crowned champions of the 13th annual Cricket South Africa Cubs Week in Stellenbosch after comfortably defeating the VKB Knights by seven wickets in the final.
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South Africa penalised for slow over-rate against England in 4th Test match
South Africa have been fined 60 per cent of their match fee and penalised six ICC World Test Championship points for maintaining a slow over-rate against England in the fourth Test match at the Wanderers
ICC World Test Championship: England grab 90 points against South Africa
England have grabbed 90 of the 120 points at stake in the four-Test series against South Africa
4th Test South Africa v England: England take series 3-1
Mark Wood followed up his five wickets in the first innings with four in the second to bowl England to a 191-run victory and a 3-1 series success
Proteas Women cruise to ODI series win over New Zealand
The Proteas Women produced a powerful performance from their bowlers to cruise to a decisive 2-0 series win in the One-Day International (ODI) series against New Zealand
ICC U19 Cricket World Cup: Super League and Plate get underway in South Africa
There’s nowhere better to learn your trade as a young player than knock-out cricket and that’s what awaits emerging stars at the ongoing ICC U19 Cricket World Cup
4th Test South Africa v England Day 3: Hendricks and De Kock help restore Proteas pride
Beuran Hendricks claimed a maiden five-wicket haul on debut and Quinton de Kock claimed a world record for the quickest wicketkeeper to 200 dismissals
Vernon Philander fined for breaching the ICC Code of Conduct
South Africa all-rounder Vernon Philander has been fined 15 per cent of his match fee for breaching Level 1 of the ICC Code of Conduct during the second day of the fourth Test against England at the Wanderers.
ICC U-19 Cricket World Cup: South Africa book Super League spot
Another dominant display with the bat from Bryce Parsons, with good support from Luke Beaufort,
4th Test South Africa v England Day 1: England outclass Proteas after Nortje fifer
Anrich Nortje provided a lone ray of light with his first career fifer as the Standard Bank Proteas crumbled
Proteas Women beat New Zealand in 1st ODI
A brilliant opening stand of 163-runs from Lizelle Lee and Laura Wolvaardt has led the Proteas Women to an emphatic victory
ICC U19 Cricket World Cup: India win as other matches rained off
Clinical India keep marching on while rain washes out two matches.
4th Test South Africa v England Day 1: Rain delays as England close on 192-4
On a rain affected day, England progressed to 192-4 at the close of play on day one of the 4th Test against South Africa at the New Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg today
The Big Vern - Underappreciated on green tracks, overcriticized on flat decks
At 34, as Philander walks away from international cricket to a couple of years on the County circuit
South Africa v England 4th Test Preview: Marching Root brigade set to take down gasping Proteas
England may be out on a hunt to win an overseas Test series since the one they did in Sri Lanka, but there's a lot more riding on the match for South Africa.
ICC U19 Cricket World Cup: Afghanistan & Pakistan qualify - wins for New Zealand & South Africa
Afghanistan and Pakistan will both compete in the ICC U19 Cricket World Cup Super League after maintaining their perfect group-stage records in South Africa.
Bryce Parsons maiden century guides SA U19s to first win in the ICC U19 CWC
A superb hundred from the captain, Bryce Parsons, was the catalyst as the South Africa under-19s sealed a convincing 150-run victory over Canada in their second Group D match of the ICC under-19 Cricket World Cup in Potchefstroom on Wednesday.
EP Cricket Board to Focus on Cricket Development
With the successful hosting of the test between South Africa and England behind them, the Eastern Province Cricket Board (EPC) is focusing on the future of cricket in the province, says EPC chief executive, Mark Williams.
Dave Callaghan has been appointed CSA captain for Over-50 World Cup
Former Eastern Province and Proteas all-rounder Dave Callaghan has been appointed captain of the South African over-50s squad for the World Cup, sponsored by Evergreen Lifestyle, to be played in Cape Town in March this year.
Bruce Fordyce to Ring the Bell for the Start of the 4th and Final England Test Match
On the field, the Imperial Wanderers Stadium promises a world-class pitch.
De Kock named as Proteas ODI captain - ODI squad to play England announced
Cricket South Africa (CSA) is pleased to name Quinton de Kock as the new Standard Bank Proteas One-Day International captain.
CSA 4-Day Domestic Series: Round 8 - Day 1 Round Up
Round Up from day 1 of the Cricket South Africa 4-Day Domestic Series matches from Round 8.
Battered and bruised, is this the end of the road for Faf du Plessis?
The last time du Plessis scored a Test century was in February 2019 against Sri Lanka in Durban. In fact, his 36 off 123 deliveries in the second innings of the third Test against England, is the most balls he has faced in his last 15 innings.
Cricket South Africa identifies International Limited Overs hopefuls for conditioning camp
Cricket South Africa (CSA) has identified four franchise players who have been placed in a high performance fitness and conditioning camp
3rd Test South Africa v England: England wrap up expected win by an innings and 53 runs
Keshav Maharaj and Dane Paterson brought some much-needed defiance to the Standard Bank Proteas batting effort with South Africa’s highest partnership of the match
3rd Test South Africa v England Day 4: England on the brink of historic victory
England set the tone for the rest of the day when they needed just 28 balls to take the last four South African wickets for a single run
CSA 4-Day Domestic Series Preview - Chasing pack sets sights on wounded Lions
The Cricket South Africa 4-Day Domestic Series is starting to hot up with plenty riding on the final round of games that start on Monday before the next break in the calendar
Lions champions of CSA Cubs Week
With U19 Cricket Fever set to hit the country this week , Central Gauteng Lions congratulate the Imperial Lions Cubs (U19) squad. They were crowned champions of the 13th annual Cricket South Africa (CSA) Cubs Week
3rd Test South Africa v England Day 3: Proteas facing prospect of follow on
The Standard Bank Proteas desperate battle to avoid the follow on became the game within the game as England again dominated day three of the third Test match
Rabada ban: Fair or over-policing of agression in cricket?
Rabada getting into the personal space of Joe Root is condemnable and the paceman himself will concede it. But, despite understanding the mechanics of the ICC demerit point system, it seems a bit too harsh on the Protea quick.
3rd Test South Africa v England: Pope and Stokes tons put England in control on Day 2
Ollie Pope stepped out of the inevitable shadow of Ben Stokes to score his maiden Test century and share a double-century partnership
Six Members of the CGL Blind Cricket team receive national call-up
The Central Gauteng Lions (CGL) would like to congratulate all the players selected to represent the South African blind cricket side to host their New Zealand counterparts in a seven-match series in Cape Town.
Shafiqullah Ghafari six-for steals the show to stun SA U19s in World Cup opener
Shafiqullah Ghafari claimed career-best figures of six for 15 for Afghanistan under-19s as they sealed a comprehensive seven-wicket victory over South Africa in the opening match of the ICC under-19 Cricket World Cup in Kimberley on Friday.
South Africa’s Kagiso Rabada found guilty of breaching ICC Code of Conduct
South Africa’s Kagiso Rabada has been fined 15% of his match fee and has also received one demerit point
Temba Bavuma Hits Career Best 180 Before Running out of Support
A classy career-best 180 by Temba Bavuma was not enough to prevent the top-of-the-table Imperial Lions from suffering an upset 130-run defeat to the bottom-of-the-table Hollywoodbets Dolphin.
3rd Test South Africa v England: Slow progress for England on Day 1
England won the toss and decided to bat against South Africa at St George's Park, Port Elizabeth today on the first day of the 3rd Test.
Junior Proteas ‘Excited’ to Take on the World as World Cup Kicks Off
The South Africa under-19s are filled with excitement as they strive to make the nation proud ahead of their ICC under-19 Cricket World Cup opening match against Afghanistan in Kimberley on Friday.
CSA 4-Day Domestic Series: Round 7 Day 3 Round Up
Round Up of day 3 from the Cricket South Africa 4-Day Domestic Series matches
With an eye on the T20 World Cup , AB de Villiers' international comeback on the cards
AB de Villiers enjoys a great rapport with the the likes of Boucher and Smith. This has led to a resumption of dialogue, with the T20 World Cup only a few months away.
ICC U19 Cricket World Cup: Warm-up wins South Africa, Afghanistan, India & Pakistan
South Africa and Afghanistan warmed up for the opening game of the ICC U19 Cricket World Cup with victories in their final preparation games before the curtain-raiser.
CSA 4-Day Domestic Series: Round 7 Day 2 Round Up
Round Up of day 1 from the Cricket South Africa 4-Day Domestic Series matches
Bryce Parsons Blasts SA U19s to Emphatic Win in Final World Cup Warm-up
The South Africa under-19s sealed a convincing eight-wicket triumph over their Nigerian counterparts in the teams’ second ICC under-19 Cricket World Cup warm-up match in Pretoria on Tuesday.
Jack Leach is to return home with immediate effect from England’s tour of South Africa
England spinner Jack Leach is to return home with immediate effect from England’s tour of South Africa.
South Africa v England 3rd Test preview: Amid selection troubles, focus on grabbing early advantage
A four-match Test series is best set up with the score line showing 1-1, going into the last two games.
CSA 4-Day Domestic Series Round Up: Day 1
Day One Round Up of matches being played in CSA 4-Day Domestic Series
Sri Lanka v SA U19s in World Cup warm-up clash in Dobsonville
The Sri Lanka under-19s clinched a thrilling 15-run victory over South Africa in the team’s first of two ICC under-19 Cricket World Cup warm-up matches in Soweto on Sunday.
ICC U-19 World Cup 2020: Preview, Match Schedule, Team Squads and Tournament Predictions
All you need to know about the ICC U-19 World Cup 2020, comprising 16 teams who will compete in a total of 48 ODIs, starting in South Africa on January 17.
ICC U19 Cricket World Cup: Players to watch out for - Makhaya Ntini
I’m now really excited for the ICC U19 Cricket World Cup to begin – and I’ve got a good idea of the players to look out for during the tournament.
U19 Cricket World Cup Group D Preview: South Africa look to shine on home soil
South Africa will be hoping to get their second hosting of the ICC U19 Cricket World Cup off to the perfect start when they face Afghanistan in the opening match of the tournament.
CSA name unchanged Proteas Test squad for remainder of the series
Cricket South Africa (CSA) is pleased to confirm that the Standard Bank Proteas Test squad will go unchanged ahead of the remaining two of the four-match series against England.
CSA 4-Day Domestic Series Round Up: Day 4 Results and News
Round Up from day four of the CSA 4-Day Domestic Series, with match reports and latest news.
CSA 4-Day Domestic Series Round Up: Day 3 Latest News
CSA 4-Day Domestic Series Round Up: Day 3 Latest News
Gerald Coetzee Raring to Go If Called Up to South Africa u19s
South Africa under-19s’ current most experienced player, Gerald Coetzee, has declared himself ready for selection ahead of his team’s Youth One-Day International (ODI) Quadrangular series final against India under-19s on Thursday in Durban.
Joe Root & Co have every reason to be proud of persevering Newlands victory
The determined approach on display in the 2nd Test against South Africa is not one that has been the template for England. Going well out of their comfort zone to earn a Test win is a commendable feat.
CSA 4-Day Domestic Series Round Up: Day 2 Latest News
Latest news round up and match reports from day two of the CSA 4-Day Domestic Series.
2nd Test South Africa v England: England win by 189 runs
England won the 2nd Test against South Africa by 189 runs, with just over 8 overs left to go on the final day, at Newlands, Cape Town.
Proteas Women Set Sights on New Zealand
The Proteas women will open their 2020 account of international cricket with the tour of New Zealand starting in January 25 at Eden Park, Auckland.
2nd Test South Africa v England: England finish Day Four in a commanding position
England finished Day Four of the 2nd Test against South Africa, in a commanding position, at Newlands, Cape Town leaving South Africa needing 312 runs to win with 8 wickets remaining
CSA 4-Day Domestic Series Round Up: Day 1 Latest News
CSA 4-Day Domestic Series Round Up: Day 1 Latest News and Match Reports
2nd Test South Africa v England: England finish Day Three in strong position
England finished Day Three of the 2nd Test against South Africa, in a strong position, at Newlands, Cape Town leading by 264 runs with 6 wickets remaining.
VKB Knights aim to open up title race in CSA 4-Day Domestic Series
The 4-Day Domestic Series returns for the second round from Monday when round six of the season resumes across the country.
Daniel Smith and Lehan Botha score opening day centuries
Opening batsman Daniel Smith (119) and Lehan Botha (103) put the Cape Cobras in a commanding position against Namibia with their centuries during the opening day of Cricket South Africa’s (CSA) Cubs Week.
2nd Test South Africa v England: England fightback on Day Two
England fought back well on the second day of the 2nd Test against South Africa at Newlands, Cape Town, reducing South Africa to 215-8 at the close of play
CSA Non-playing Test squad members released for four-day cricket
The members of the Standard Bank Proteas not playing in the second Test match against England at Newlands have been released to play for their respective franchise teams in the next round of the Cricket South Africa domestic franchise
Priyam Garg hundred topples SA U19s in first Youth ODI Quadrangular clash
A match-winning century from Priyam Garg was the difference as the South Africa under-19s went down by 66 runs against the India under-19s in their first Youth One-Day International (ODI) Quadrangular encounter in Chatsworth on Friday.
2nd Test South Africa v England: Proteas on top as England close on 262-9
South Africa were on top of England, at the close of play on day one of the 2nd Test at Newlands, Cape Town today.
SA v ENG: Amid selection conundrum, Anderson runs the risk of being dropped for New Year Test
Anderson can be dropped from the XI if England choose to go in with a specialist spinner. Jofra Archer's injury scare has further complicated matters.
SA U19s performance against India in third Youth ODI instils new belief
Following an energy-sapping, winless period for all involved with the programme, the South African under-19s’ five-wicket victory over their Indian counterparts in the third Youth One-Day International (ODI) match in East London...
Jonathan Bird starred with the bat earning SA U19s victory against India in third Youth ODI
In what will be an important confidence-boosting win, Jonathan Bird starred with the bat as the South African under-19s defeated India under-19s by five wickets in the third and final Youth One-Day International (ODI) match in East London on Monday.
Malibongwe Maketa joins Junior Proteas as High Performance Consultant
Cricket South Africa (CSA) today announced the appointment with the immediate effect of Malibongwe Maketa as a high-performance consultant to the South Africa under-19 squad currently preparing for the ICC under-19 World Cup.
Quinton de Kock and Vernon Philander rise up ICC Test rankings
The Standard Bank Proteas winning performance in the first Test match against England is well reflected in the latest ICC Test match rankings for players.
Cricket World Player of the Week - Quinton de Kock
Quinton de Kock's 95-run knock against England takes precedence over the centuries of Travis Head and Tom Blundell in the Boxing Day Melbourne Test due to it's match-defining nature.
Marnus Labuschagne and Quinton de Kock move up the rankings
Australia’s Marnus Labuschagne has finished the year at a career-best fourth position while South Africa’s wicketkeeper-batsman Quinton de Kock has moved into the top 10 of the MRF Tyres ICC Test Player Rankings
1st Test South Africa v England: Proteas make winning start to new era beating England by 107 runs
South Africa re-established their winning culture and picked up their first 30 points in the ICC World Test Championship (WTC)
Keegan Petersen receives maiden Proteas call-up
VKB Knights batsman, Keegan Petersen has been named the replacement for injured Aiden Markram ahead of the Test match against England in Cape Town.
1st Test South Africa v England: Burns leads England bid for record run chase
Rory Burns and Dominic Sibley got England away to a spirited start as they set about a ground record runs chase for victory on the third afternoon of the first Test match
South Africa U19s outclassed by India U19s in 2nd ODI
An impressive all-round performance from Yashasvi Jaiswal inspired India under-19s to a commanding eight-wicket victory against the South Africa under-19s
Aiden Markram ruled out of remainder of England Test series
Standard Bank Proteas opening batsman, Aiden Markram has been ruled out of the remainder of the Test series against England
1st Test South Africa v England: commanding lead for Proteas day two
Vernon Philander exploited conditions very much to his liking on his last tour of international duty as he led the Standard Bank Proteas to a significant 103-run lead on the first innings on the second day...
Building partnerships is key for SA U19s in second Youth ODI against India
South Africa under-19s assistant and batting coach, Siya Sibiya, emphasised the importance of building partnerships in all facets of play as they prepared to take on India under-19s..
Divyaansh Saxena and Tilak Varma bat visitors to victory over SA u19s in opening Youth ODI
Half-centuries from Divyaansh Saxena and Tilak Varma helped India under-19s claim a comfortable nine-wicket triumph over South Africa under-19s in the first Youth One-Day International (ODI) ...
1st Test South Africa v England: Honours even on day one
Mark Boucher wasted no time in putting his stamp on the Standard Bank Proteas playing style on the opening day of his first Test match series in charge against England
South Africa U19s continue their World Cup preparations against India
After months of regional and national camps, including the naming of the squad, the South Africa under-19s have finally assembled in East London for their final pre-World Cup preparations, starting with a Youth One-Day International (ODI) series against India.
Cricket South Africa 4-Day Domestic Series Day Four Round Up
Cricket South Africa 4-Day Domestic Series Day Four Round Up – Knights and Cobras draw, wins for Warriors and Lions
Cricket South Africa 4-Day Domestic Series Day Three Round Up
Round up of day three of the Cricket South Africa 4-Day Domestic Series
South Africa's Schools and Colts Class of 2019 named at Khaya Majola Week awards gala
As a final curtain of a week filled with exciting talent and even more thrilling cricket on display, the 2019 South African Schools and Colts teams were announced at the Khaya Majola Cricket Week awards dinner on Friday.
Eastern Province seal memorable win in main match at Khaya Majola Week
A superb hat-trick from Ethan Frosler, combined with three crucial half-centuries from the batsmen, helped Eastern Province earn a historic 98-run victory against Western Province in the unofficial final at the Khaya Majola Cricket Week in Pietermaritzburg on Friday.
Cricket South Africa 4-Day Domestic Series Day Two Update
Round up of day two of the Cricket South Africa 4-Day Domestic Series
Temba Bavuma Ruled Out of First Test match
Standard Bank Proteas batsman, Temba Bavuma will miss out on the first Test match against England after sustaining a Grade 1 hip flexor muscle strain which was revealed by scans on Thursday.
Cricket South Africa 4-Day Domestic Series Latest Updates
Round up of the first day’s play in the Cricket South Africa 4-Day Domestic Series
Western Province and Eastern Province book their spot in unofficial final at Khaya Majola Week
On moving day in the country’s premier youth tournament, Western Province and Eastern Province sealed their places in the unofficial final of the Khaya Majola Cricket Week in the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands on Thursday.
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