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Proteas Women Clinch Thrilling ODI Series Victory Despite Final Match Defeat
The Proteas Women have been crowned ODI Series Champions after securing a 2-1 series triumph over Pakistan Women. Despite a challenging final fixture at SuperSport Park, the South African side’s dominance in the opening matches proved decisive, sealing a memorable tour victory. Image: Cricket South Africa A Series Defined by Clinical Brilliance The Proteas entered the final match with an unassailable 2-0 lead, having displayed "composure, class, and clinical brilliance" throu

Yolandi Botes
2 days ago2 min read


Proteas Women Clinch Series: Dercksen’s All-Round Heroics Sink Pakistan
The Proteas Women delivered a clinical performance at SuperSport Park to defeat Pakistan Women in the second One-Day International (ODI), taking an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. With the series win secured with a game to spare, the South African side once again proved why they are a dominant force on home soil. Image: Cricket South Africa The Annerie Dercksen Show The match belonged to Annerie Dercksen, who produced a masterclass in all-round cricket. Her p

Yolandi Botes
6 days ago2 min read


Proteas 2026/27 Home Season: Cricket South Africa Unveils Action-Packed Schedule
Cricket South Africa (CSA) has officially announced the international fixtures for the Proteas Men’s 2026/27 home summer, promising a blockbuster season of elite cricket. The schedule is headlined by high-stakes Test matches and One-Day Internationals (ODIs), featuring visits from world-class opponents including Australia, England, and Bangladesh. Image: Cricket South Africa A Summer of Giants Fans can look forward to a traditional "summer of cricket" as the Proteas host thre

Yolandi Botes
Feb 241 min read


Draak-vuur by die JB Marks Oval: Dragons Verpletter Teenstanders met 8 Paaltjies
Die North West Dragons het gister gewys waarom die JB Marks Oval hul vesting is met ’n kliniese en oorheersende vertoning. In ’n wedstryd waar hulle van die eerste bal af in beheer was, het die Dragons die teiken met gemak gejag en die kragmeting met 8 paaltjies beklink. Image: North West Dragons ’n Kolf-meesterklas Die Dragons het die teiken van 120 bereik in slegs 15.2 overs , wat getuig van die aggressiewe dog berekende benadering van die kolwers. Twee spelers het veral ui

Yolandi Botes
Feb 231 min read


Proteas Dominate Group Stage as Corbin Bosch Destroys UAE
The Proteas have marched into the T20 World Cup with their heads held high and their record untarnished. Following a brief rain delay in Delhi, South Africa returned to the field to complete a commanding 6-wicket victory over the UAE, securing a clinical clean sweep of their group stage fixtures. Image:Cricket South Africa The Corbin Bosch Show While the victory was a team effort, the day belonged to paceman Corbin Bosch. Delivering a masterclass in T20 seam bowling, Bosch di

Yolandi Botes
Feb 182 min read


Proteas Bowlers Squeeze UAE Before Rain Halts Play in Delhi
The Proteas are on the verge of a perfect group stage finish at the T20 World Cup , having restricted the UAE to a modest total in Delhi. However, fans will have to wait a little longer for the conclusion, as a sudden downpour has delayed the start of the South African run chase. Image:Cricket South Africa Clinical Bowling Performance From the outset, South Africa’s bowling attack looked clinical and disciplined. They set the tone during the PowerPlay , striking early to lea

Yolandi Botes
Feb 181 min read


Series Secured! Proteas Women Crowned T20I Champions
The Proteas Women have officially clinched the T20I series against Pakistan Women, finishing with a hard-fought 2-1 series victory. While the final match at Willowmoore Park provided a stern test, the South African side did enough throughout the campaign to ensure the trophy remains at home. Image: Cricket South Africa Image; A Thrilling Campaign The series was characterized by high-octane action and remarkable skill from both sides. South Africa’s dominance in the first two

Yolandi Botes
Feb 171 min read


Dragons Show Fighting Spirit at JB Marks Oval
The North West Dragons left everything on the field yesterday in a high-intensity clash at JB Marks Oval. While the final result didn't go their way, the Dragons proved why they are regarded as one of the most resilient teams in the league. Image: North West Dragons Du Preez Shines with the Bat The highlight of the Dragons' innings was undoubtedly the performance of Meiriek du Preez. He anchored the innings with great responsibility, smashing a superb 58 off just 45 balls. Hi

Yolandi Botes
Feb 161 min read


Proteas Women Triumph in Potchefstroom: A Dream Debut for Kayla Reyneke
The Proteas Women kicked off the Pakistan Women's tour of South Africa in spectacular fashion with an exhilarating five-wicket victory. The series opener at the JB Marks Oval in Potchefstroom was an absolute "edge-of-your-seat" contest from start to finish. With this win, South Africa takes a vital 1-0 lead in the series as they prepare to head to Benoni this coming Friday. Image:Cricket South Africa Rising Star: Kayla Reyneke’s Unforgettable Debut The talk of the town was un

Yolandi Botes
Feb 111 min read


North West Dragons and Dolphins Battle to a Thrilling Draw
The Round 6 clash of the 4-Day Cup between the North West Dragons and the Dolphins ended in a hard-fought draw after four days of intense cricket. Despite significant weather challenges early on, including a wet outfield that completely washed out the original Day 1, both teams produced a high-stakes encounter with a Top 2 finish on the line. Image: North West Dragons Cricket Diego Rosier's Milestone Masterclass Diego Rosier was the standout performer for the Dragons, deliver

Yolandi Botes
Feb 41 min read


The Proteas Clinch T20I Series: Momentum Building at the Bullring
The Proteas have officially made a statement by claiming the three-match T20I series 2–1 against the West Indies. Despite a narrow defeat in the final match, the South African side demonstrated incredible grit, class, and the resilience that defines their #Unbreakable spirit. Driven by pride and fueled by the electrifying energy of the home fans, the team is building significant momentum as they look toward future challenges. Image;Cricket South Africa Dramatic Pink Day Concl

Yolandi Botes
Feb 21 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
Jan 191 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
Jan 191 min read


All Eyes on Faisalabad: Proteas Gear Up to Level the Series
🔥 🔥 🔥 🔥 🔥 🔥 🔥 🔥 🔥 🔥 The stage is set, the stakes are high, and the Proteas are ready to roar. After falling just short in a nail-biting first ODI, South Africa heads into today’s clash against Pakistan with one goal, to fight back and even the series. The first match showed moments of brilliance, but also highlighted key areas the team will be looking to sharpen: middle-order stability, death-over bowling, and seizing momentum in the final overs. Image: Cricket Sout

Yolandi Botes
Nov 6, 20252 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


Pakistan Take the Series 2–1 as Proteas Prepare for ODI Showdown
🏏 🏏 🏏 🏏 🏏 🏏 🏏 🏏 🏏 🏏 Pakistan sealed a 4-wicket win in the third T20 International against South Africa, claiming a 2–1 series victory in Rawalpindi on Friday. After a thrilling three-match battle, the home side held their nerve in the decider, chasing down the Proteas’ target with an over to spare. Image: Cricket South Africa For South Africa, it was a series filled with highs, learnings, and the emergence of fresh talent, and now, the focus shifts to a new challeng

Yolandi Botes
Nov 3, 20252 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


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
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