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South Africa U19 to Dominant Victory Over Tanzania
The South African U19 men’s team, the Proteas U19, secured their first win of the 2026 ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup with a comprehensive 329-run victory over Tanzania U19. The match was characterized by a dominant all-round performance, particularly from Jason Rowles, who earned Player of the Match honors. Image: Cricket South Africa Record-Setting Batting Performance South Africa delivered an exceptional display with the bat, concluding their 50-over innings at a formidab

Yolandi Botes
2 days ago1 min read


South Africa Under-19 Women Secure Youth T20 Tri-Series Title
The South Africa Under-19 Women’s team achieved a five-wicket victory over the Cricket South Africa (CSA) Youth XI to claim the Youth T20 Tri-Series title. The final took place at the Chatsworth Oval in Durban on Sunday, 18 January 2026. The match was decided on the penultimate delivery of the second innings. Image: Cricket South Africa Final Match Performance and Statistics The CSA Youth XI batted first and was restricted to a total of 114/8 in their allotted 20 overs. Ashle

Yolandi Botes
3 days ago1 min read


South African U19 Men’s Team Prepares for World Cup Encounter Against Tanzania
The South African U19 men’s cricket team, designated as the Proteas U19, is scheduled to compete against Tanzania in their second group stage match of the ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup. The tournament is currently being hosted across Zimbabwe and Namibia in 2026. The match is set to commence at 09:30 South African Standard Time (SAST) on Monday, 19 January 2026. Image: Cricket South Africa Previous Results and Match Context The national squad enters this fixture following a

Yolandi Botes
3 days ago1 min read


World Cup Fever: Proteas Set to Ignite 2026 T20
The countdown to cricket’s most explosive global event has officially begun. Cricket South Africa (CSA) has confirmed that the Proteas Men’s squad will kick off their ICC T20 World Cup campaign on 9 February 2026, facing off against Canada in their opening fixture. Image: Cricket South Africa With the world’s best talent converging for the tournament, the Proteas are positioning themselves as a force to be reckoned with. After months of intensive preparation and strategic pla

Yolandi Botes
Jan 122 min read


History in the Bay: Proteas Women Smash Records to Seal Series Victory
The brass band at St George’s Park usually provides the rhythm, but yesterday, it was the Proteas Women’s bats that provided the music. In a display of pure dominance, South Africa didn't just win the match; they rewrote the history books. Image; Cricket South Africa In what will go down as one of the greatest batting displays in South African women's cricket history, the team posted their highest ever ODI score of 375/6, powering their way to a 74-run victory and an unassail

Yolandi Botes
Dec 17, 20252 min read


Momentum in the Bay: Proteas Women Hunt for Series Control in Gqeberha
It is Matchday in the Windy City! The St George's Park brass band is warming up, and so are the Proteas Women as they prepare for a crucial clash in Gqeberha today. Image: Cricket South Africa Following a victory in the opening encounter, South Africa finds themselves "nicely poised" to take a commanding grip on the series. The objective for today is clear: secure a 2–0 series lead and keep their winning streak alive. Riding the Wave Cricket South Africa has emphasized the im

Yolandi Botes
Dec 16, 20251 min read


The Empire Strikes Back: Quinton and Baartman Blitz Levels T20 Series
If the first match was a wake-up call, the second T20 International was a loud and clear statement of intent. The Proteas Men have roared back into contention, securing a comprehensive 51-run victory to level the series 1-1. Image: Cricket South Africa It was a day defined by brilliance at both ends of the pitch, with a batting masterclass setting the stage and a bowling demolition job finishing the script. Quinton Masterclass At the top of the order, Quinton de Kock reminded

Yolandi Botes
Dec 12, 20252 min read


Proteas Women Secure Series, But Rain Denies the Whitewash
It was set to be the perfect summer afternoon at Willowmoore Park. The Proteas Women were poised, the crowd was ready, and the broom was out for a potential 3-0 "clean sweep" against Ireland. However, on the Highveld, the weather often has the final say. Image; Cricket South Africa A sweeping storm brought an abrupt end to proceedings in Benoni yesterday, forcing the third and final T20 International (T20I) to be abandoned. While the anti-climactic finish denied the South Afr

Yolandi Botes
Dec 11, 20252 min read


Eyes on the Broom: Proteas Women Hunt for T20 Series Clean Sweep
It is Matchday in South Africa, and the stakes couldn't be simpler for the national women’s team: perfection. Image: Cricket South Africa The Proteas Women head into the third and final T20 International (T20I) of the series today with an unassailable 2-0 lead. However, for a team currently enjoying a "dominant run" of form, a simple series win isn't enough. The goal for today is a ruthless 3-0 clean sweep. The Pursuit of Perfection Cricket South Africa confirmed the squad's

Yolandi Botes
Dec 10, 20251 min read


Summer. Sun. Sizzling Cricket: Proteas Women vs Ireland Hits SA this December!
🏏🏏🏏🏏🏏🏏🏏🏏🏏🏏 The festive season is heating up, and not just because of the sunshine! This December, Mzansi becomes the heartbeat of world-class women’s cricket as the Proteas Women gear up to host Ireland Women in what promises to be an unmissable inbound tour. Image: Cricket South Africa Cricket, Cheers & Championship Vibes 🎉 Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just love a day out in the sun, this series has all the makings of a summer classic: Fast-paced cricket Risin

Yolandi Botes
Nov 20, 20251 min read


Pride and Power: Proteas Women Conclude Historic World Cup Journey with Silver
The Proteas Women have etched their names in cricketing history, concluding the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 as runners-up after a thrilling final against hosts India at the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai. Despite falling short by 52 runs in the title decider, South Africa’s campaign will be remembered as a story of courage, resilience, and record-breaking brilliance. A Journey That Redefined South African Women’s Cricket For the first time ever, South Africa

Karen Scheepers
Nov 3, 20253 min read


Unbreakable Women Proteas: Wolvaardt’s Record and Kapp’s Firepower Seal South Africa’s First World Cup Final
South Africa have reached their first-ever ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup Final , breaking their long-standing semi-final curse with a commanding 125-run victory over England in Guwahati on Wednesday. It was a performance for the ages, built on captain Laura Wolvaardt’s record-breaking 169 and sealed by Marizanne Kapp’s devastating five-wicket haul , as the Proteas women wrote their names into cricketing history. Wolvaardt’s Masterclass: A Captain’s Knock of Pure Class Batti

Karen Scheepers
Oct 30, 20253 min read


Captain’s Innings for the Ages, Laura Wolvaardt’s Masterclass in Guwahati
South Africa’s captain Laura Wolvaardt produced one of the greatest innings in ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup history during the semi-final against England at the ACA Stadium in Guwahati . Her magnificent 169 off 143 balls , featuring 20 fours and 4 sixes , not only anchored the Proteas’ innings but also rewrote record books, lifting South Africa to a commanding 319/7 in 50 overs and putting them one step closer to a maiden World Cup final. Leading from the Front From the f

Karen Scheepers
Oct 29, 20252 min read


South Africa Set for Semi-Final Showdown Against England
With the group stage now complete, South Africa’s campaign in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 has entered its most crucial phase. Having secured qualification, the Proteas will now face off against England women’s cricket team in the first semi-final on 29 October 2025 at the ACA Stadium in Guwahati. This is a do-or-die match and the pathway to the trophy has never been clearer. Image: Cricket South Africa Securing the Semi-Final Spot South Africa ended the league sta

Karen Scheepers
Oct 27, 20252 min read


Women Proteas Power to the Top: South Africa Crush Pakistan to Lead CWC25 Standings
South Africa’s march through the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 shows no signs of slowing. The Proteas delivered another statement win on Friday, thrashing Pakistan by 150 runs via the DLS method in Colombo to claim their fifth consecutive victory and move to the top of the tournament standings with 10 points from six games . Proteas Dominate from the Start After Pakistan captain Fatima Sana won the toss and chose to bowl, South Africa unleashed one of their most power

Karen Scheepers
Oct 22, 20253 min read


Women Proteas Seal Semi-Final Spot with Dominant Win over Sri Lanka
The South Africa Women’s cricket team delivered a statement performance at R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on Friday, the 17th of October 2025, as they crushed hosts Sri Lanka Women’s cricket team by 10 wickets (DLS method) to move into the knockout race of the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025. Sri Lanka’s innings was curtailed by rain and reduced to 20 overs, in which they managed only 105/7 , before Laura Wolvaardt and Tazmin Brits guided South Africa to victory without

Karen Scheepers
Oct 20, 20252 min read


Proteas Women Keep the Momentum: Third Straight Win Puts South Africa in Strong Semi-Final Position
The Proteas Women continued their dream run at the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 , clinching a nail-biting three-wicket victory over Bangladesh in Visakhapatnam on Monday. With this result, South Africa made it three consecutive wins , climbing to third place on the points table and tightening their grip on a semi-final spot. Gritty Start by Bangladesh Bangladesh, opting to bat first, showed intent from the start but were kept under control by South Africa’s disciplin

Karen Scheepers
Oct 14, 20253 min read


South Africa Women Edge India by 3 Wickets in nail-biting match
In a thrilling finish that will go down as one of the great moments in South African women’s cricket, the Proteas stunned India with a...

Karen Scheepers
Oct 10, 20253 min read


Proteas Women’s World Cup: A Rough Start, Then Redemption
The Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 has already delivered sharp contrasts for South Africa . In their opening fixture, the Proteas were...

Karen Scheepers
Oct 7, 20253 min read


Tazmin Brits Makes ODI History with Five Centuries in 2025
South Africa’s opener Tazmin Brits has etched her name in cricket history by becoming the first woman to score five ODI centuries in a...

Karen Scheepers
Oct 7, 20253 min read
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