Shami takes five on eventful 18-wicket day at Centurion

Following a complete wash-out on day two due to rain, India and South Africa made up for all the overs lost in an eventful day three at Centurion that saw a record 18 wickets fall. The visitors lost their final seven wickets for just 55 runs in the morning session before South Africa were rolled […]

Bumrah’s late blows give India the advantage on Day 4

India edged closer to victory on day four of the first Test at Centurion after Jasprit Bumrah picked up two crucial wickets in the final hour of play to derail South Africa’s run-chase. Needing 305 to win, the tourists restricted the Proteas to 94 for four at stumps and are now only six scalps away […]

Bowlers shine as India take 1-0 series lead at Centurion

After pulling off the great escape in Sydney and breaching the Gabba fortress in Brisbane to begin the new year, the Indian cricket team ended 2021 with another landmark overseas victory at Centurion as Virat Kohli’s side won the opening Test against South Africa by 113 runs. The Men in Blue wrapped up the win […]

Cricket news round-up – March 24: First national contract for Beuran Hendricks

Beuran Hendricks earned a national contract, the CPL organisers are yet to discuss an alternative plan, and PCB offered help to combat Covid-19

4th Test, South Africa vs England, Day 4 preview: South Africa hope for historic, improbable chase to save face

England will be primed to seal the series 3-1 after setting the hosts a target of 466.

South Africa vs England, 4th Test, Johannesburg: Preview, likely XIs, prediction

South Africa hope for emotional spark on Vernon Philander’s farewell Test.

Cricket news round-up – January 20: India claim series 2-1, England in command at Port Elizabeth

India won the ODI series against Australia. England dominated throughout at Port Elizabeth. India and Pakistan began their Under-19 World Cup campaign with big wins.

South Africa vs England 3rd Test Day 5 preview: England need 4 wickets, South Africa need rain

Stumps, Day 4: England 499/9 decl. (Pope 135*, Stokes 120; Maharaj 5/180) lead South Africa 209 (de Kock 63; Bess 5/51, Broad 3/30) and 102/6 (du Plessis 36; Root 4/31) by 188 runs.

3rd Test, South Africa vs England, Day 4 preview: England need to overpower de Kock

England primed to take game by scruff of the neck, unless de Kock can finally convert starts.

3rd Test, South Africa vs England, Day 3 preview: South Africa batsmen once again under the scanner

Stumps, Day 2: England 499/9 decl. (Stokes 120, Pope 135*; Maharaj 5/180) vs South Africa 60/2 (Elgar 32*; Bess 2/12)