South Africa Cricket Team: News

Coronavirus outbreak: South Africa's 3TC match set to be postponed

The newly introduced 3TC (three-team cricket) match is set to be postponed with the organizers feeling the need of more preparation.

All you need to know about the new 3TC format

The marquee Proteas cricketers will return to field for an exhibition match at the SuperSport Park on June 27.

Happy Birthday David Miller: A look at his amazing records

South African middle order batsman David Miller turned 31 on Wednesday.

'I am not short-tempered', Kagiso Rabada highlights the misconception

South African pace spearhead Kagiso Rabada feels his passion for the game is often taken as aggression by the critics.

Captaincy comes naturally to me: Dean Elgar

South African opener Deal Elgar expressed interest in captaining South Africa in Test cricket.

Happy birthday Kagiso Rabada: His memorable spells in Test cricket

South Africa fast bowler Kagiso Rabada turned 25 on Monday.

'No saliva' rule will be hard to accept: Brett Lee

The ICC Cricket Committee recently recommended restricting the use of saliva on the ball, thereby putting an end to a number of speculations.

21 May 2020

BCCI

India could tour South Africa for three T20Is: Details here

India and South Africa may indulge in a three-match T20I series in late August, subject to government clearance from both countries amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Aiden Markram expresses desire to lead South Africa

South African opener Aiden Markram has expressed interest to lead the national Test side.

Faf du Plessis wants to play all the three formats

Former South African captain Faf du Plessis is looking to represent his country across all the three formats.

Smith terms comments surrounding ABD as fake

Former opener Graeme Smith, who was named South Africa's Director of Cricket a few days earlier, has termed comments surrounding AB de Villiers as fake.

#NewsBytesExplainer: All you need to know about Kolpak rule

In a recent interview, the newly appointed director of Cricket South Africa Graeme Smith welcomed any former Kolpak player who wishes to rejoin the Proteas camp.

Coronavirus outbreak: South Africa's tour of Sri Lanka postponed

South Africa's upcoming tour of Sri Lanka has been postponed, owing to coronavirus outburst.

Quinton de Kock won't be the Test captain: Graeme Smith

Right after being appointed as Cricket South Africa's Director, Graeme Smith revealed that Quinton de Kock will not lead the Proteas in Test cricket.

Graeme Smith appointed Cricket South Africa's Director for two years

Former opener Graeme Smith has been named South Africa's Director of Cricket for two years.

Steyn is the best bowler of my generation: Stuart Broad

England fast bowler Stuart Broad named South Africa's Dale Steyn the best bowler of his generation.

Boucher disappointed with South Africa's performance against England and Australia

South Africa Team Director Mark Boucher remains optimistic about rebuilding a strong Proteas side despite a tough summer.

Cricket South Africa to introduce fitness clause in player's contracts

In a bid to set benchmark for fitness, Cricket South Africa (CSA) is planning to add a fitness clause in the player contracts.

03 Apr 2020

India

COVID-19: South African cricketers test negative after returning from India

The South African cricketers, who returned from their incomplete tour of India last month, have tested negative in relation to the coronavirus.

#ThisDayThatYear: Slinga Malinga stuns South Africa with a hat-trick

Lasith Malinga defied the laws of cricket with his quirky action bowling action after announcing himself in 2004.

Beuran Hendricks earns maiden CSA national contract, Steyn left out

Left-arm seamer Beuran Hendricks has been included in Cricket South Africa's contract list for the 2020-21 season.

Coronavirus outbreak: South African players to self-isolate for 14 days

The South African contingent has been told to isolate themselves after returning midway from tour of India.

Indian might not use saliva to shine ball: Here's why

Indian fast bowler Bhuvneshwar Kumar stated that India might limit the use of saliva to shine the ball in the upcoming ODI series against South Africa.

15 Feb 2020

England Cricket Team

2nd T20I, England beat SA: Here's the complete statistical review

England cricket team beat South Africa by two runs in the second T20I.

South Africa call off tour to Pakistan: Here's why

In what can be considered heart-breaking news for Pakistan cricket, Cricket South Africa (CSA) has called off the senior team's tour of Pakistan, scheduled next month.

SA beat England, 1st ODI: Here's the complete statistical review

After a 3-1 hammering at the hands of England, the South Africa cricket team enjoyed a stunning seven-wicket win in the first ODI held on Tuesday.

28 Jan 2020

England Cricket Team

Faf du Plessis feels South Africa will take time

After being handed a 191-run defeat by England in the fourth Test match, South Africa have plenty to chew upon.

28 Jan 2020

England Cricket Team

South Africa vs England: Key takeaways from the Test series

England sealed the fourth and final Test against South Africa to win the series by a 3-1 margin.

20 Jan 2020

Joe Root

Proteas skipper Faf du Plessis might retire from Tests soon

South Africa have been enduring one of the worst periods in recent times.

Is AB de Villiers looking to play ODIs again?

South Africa's swashbuckling batsman AB de Villiers announced his retirement in 2018.

AB de Villiers could return for the ICC World T20

South Africa's dashing batsman AB de Villiers has said he would be interested in making an international comeback with an eye on the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup in Australia.

13 Jan 2020

Dale Steyn

JP Duminy announces retirement from all forms of cricket

South African all-rounder JP Duminy has announced his retirement from all forms of cricket, ending his 19-year long and illustrious career.

'Big Three' meet to discuss 4-day Tests, 4-nation tourney

Cricket's 'Big Three', India, England and Australia, along with South Africa, is all set to meet in Mumbai next week to discuss multiple issues.

07 Jan 2020

England Cricket Team

2nd Test, England beat South Africa: List of records broken

England overcame hosts South Africa in the second Test match held at Newlands in Cape Town.

ICC could make four-day Tests mandatory from 2023: Details here

The introduction of T20 has severely impacted the popularity of the longest format of the game (Test cricket).

26 Dec 2019

England Cricket Team

SA vs ENG: Anderson joins an exclusive list of bowlers

Veteran England pacer James Anderson showed why he is still a top bet at 37 years of age.

25 Dec 2019

England Cricket Team

James Anderson to join an elite list of Test cricketers

South Africa and England are all set to battle it out in a four-match Test series, starting December 26 in Centurion.

24 Dec 2019

England Cricket Team

Vernon Philander set to retire: A look at his achievements

Veteran South Africa all-rounder Vernon Philander has announced his impending retirement from international cricket.

Jacques Kallis joins Proteas coaching set-up: Details here

South African cricket legend Jacques Kallis has been appointed as the batting consultant of the national team.

Conversations have taken place: du Plessis on ABD's international return

South African cricket team captain Faf du Plessis had revealed on Monday that talks are going on between the country's cricket board (CSA) and AB de Villiers regarding the latter's return to the team before the ICC T20 World Cup in Australia next year.