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Clean Sweep in the Castle: Dominant South Africa 'A' Crush England Lions to Claim 2-0 Series Triumph
South African cricket is celebrating a massive red-ball milestone following a masterclass performance by the country's next generation of Proteas stars. Image: Cricket South Africa Cricket South Africa (CSA) officially confirmed that South Africa ‘A’ wrapped up an emphatic 8-wicket victory over the visiting England Lions on Day 3 of the final four-day clash, securing a flawless 2-0 clean sweep in the highly competitive series. The clinical nature of the victory highlights the

Yolandi Botes
Jun 12 min read


Clinical SA ‘A’ Demolish England Lions to Take Commanding 1-0 Lead in Four-Day Series
In a magnificent display of tactical dominance, grit, and clinical red-ball cricket, the South Africa ‘A’ side has completed a comprehensive victory over the visiting England Lions in their opening Four-Day match. Image; Cricket South Africa The victory hands the hosts a well-deserved 1-0 lead in the two-match series, putting the next generation of Proteas stars firmly in the driving seat. The four-day encounter was a showcase of pure South African resilience, characterized b

Yolandi Botes
May 262 min read


Proteas-Vroue Mik vir Wêreld-Glorie: Wolvaardt en Ismail aan die Stuur vir T20-Toernooi
Krieket Suid-Afrika (KSA) het die krieketwêreld vandag aan die gons met die amptelike aankondiging van die 15-tal wat Suid-Afrika sal verteenwoordig tydens die ICC Vroue T20 Wêreldbeker 2026. Die toernooi, wat vanaf 12 Junie tot 5 Julie in Engeland en Wallis plaasvind, word gesien as die Proteas se beste kans nog om hul heel eerste wêreldtitel in te palm. Foto: Cricket South Africa Die Terugkeer van die "Vierwiel" en Wolvaardt se Leierskap Die groot nuus wat ondersteuners se

Yolandi Botes
May 132 min read


Ackermann at the Helm: SA ‘A’ Squad Set for High-Stakes England Lions Tour
Cricket South Africa (CSA) has officially unveiled a powerful South Africa ‘A’ (SA ‘A’) squad to take on the England Lions in a comprehensive multi-format tour next month. This tour is regarded as a critical bridge for players looking to graduate to the senior Proteas ranks, offering them a taste of the challenging conditions and high-intensity cricket characteristic of English summers. Image: Cricket South Africa Leadership and Experience: The Captain’s Role The explosive Ho

Yolandi Botes
Apr 302 min read


Proteas Verpletter Teenstanders: Suid-Afrika Beklink T20I-reeks met 4–1 Dominansie
Die Suid-Afrikaanse nasionale krieketspan, die Proteas, het hul tuis-seisoen op ’n onvergeetlike manier afgesluit. Met ’n kliniese vertoning in die vyfde en finale T20I, het hulle ’n oorwinning van 23 lopies behaal. Hierdie resultaat verseker ’n oortuigende 4–1 reeks-sege, wat die span se algehele oorheersing oor die afgelope paar weke op eie bodem onderstreep. Foto: Cricket South Africa Druk, Dissipline en die Pad na Oorwinning Die finale wedstryd was ’n vertoonvenster van d

Yolandi Botes
Apr 281 min read


Series Levelled After Last-Gasp Thriller
The Proteas Women and the White Ferns delivered a cricketing masterclass at the historic Basin Reserve, in a match that truly had it all. In an encounter defined by swinging momentum and high-octane intensity, New Zealand managed to edge out South Africa by 2 wickets to level the three-match series at 1-1. Foto: Cricket South Africa A Game of Inches This wasn't just a game of cricket; it was a battle of nerves. Both sides traded blows throughout the day, with the Proteas putt

Yolandi Botes
Apr 11 min read


Proteas Edge Out Black Caps in Last-Over Thriller: 1-0 Lead at Hagley Oval!
Cricket fans were treated to a heart-stopping finish as the Proteas clinched a dramatic victory against New Zealand in the opening match of the three-game series. Played at the iconic Hagley Oval, the contest went down to the very last over in a display of world-class nerve and skill. Image:Cricket South Africa A Clinical Finish South Africa secured a 2-wicket victory, successfully chasing down the target in the final moments of the game to go 1-0 up in the series. What looke

Yolandi Botes
Mar 301 min read


Geskiedkundige Glorie in Nieu-Seeland: Proteas Beklink T20I-reeks in Blitsige Beslisser!
Die gewag is verby! Vir die eerste keer sedert Augustus 2022 het die Proteas ’n bilaterale reeks op Nieu-Seelandse bodem beklink. In ’n reeks wat gekenmerk is deur uiterste druk en "naelbyt-oomblikke," het die Suid-Afrikaners hul staal gewys om as die amptelike T20I-kampioene uit die stryd te tree. Foto: Cricket South Africa ’n Nuwe Ster word Gebore: Connor Esterhuizen As daar een naam is wat ná hierdie reeks op almal se lippe is, is dit die paaltjiewagter-kolwer, Connor Este

Yolandi Botes
Mar 251 min read


White Ferns Take the Series: Proteas Women Shift Focus to ODIs
The T20I leg of the Proteas Women’s tour of New Zealand has come to a tough conclusion at Hagley Oval. The White Ferns delivered a dominant performance in the fifth and final T20I, securing a massive 92-run victory to wrap up the series. Image: Cricket South Africa Clinical Performance by the Hosts New Zealand's women showed why they are so clinical on home soil, posting a formidable total that proved too much for the South African chase. Despite flashes of brilliance from th

Yolandi Botes
Mar 251 min read


Proteas Level Series in Wellington Thriller: One Game to Decide it All
The Proteas have kept their series hopes alive in spectacular fashion, securing a heart-stopping 19-run victory over New Zealand in the fourth T20I. In what fans are already calling one of the games of the season, the win levels the five-match T20I series at 2-2, setting up a winner-takes-all grand finale. Image: Cricket South Africa High Drama at the Basin Reserve The encounter in Wellington was characterized by "extraordinary" cricket from both sides. After setting a comp

Yolandi Botes
Mar 231 min read


White Ferns Edge Proteas Women to Take Series Lead at Eden Park
The Proteas Women faced a tough challenge at the iconic Eden Park today, as New Zealand Women secured a clinical 6-wicket victory to take control of the current series. Image: Cricket South Africa The result sees the hosts move into a 2-1 series lead, leaving the South Africans with work to do in the final two fixtures. A Tight Encounter in Auckland While the final margin suggests a comfortable win for the New Zealanders, the match was described as an "interesting encounter"

Yolandi Botes
Mar 201 min read


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
Mar 22 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


Dit is Wedstryddag! Die Proteas se T20-Wêreldbeker-veldtog skop af
Die wag is uiteindelik verby vir Suid-Afrikaanse krieketondersteuners! Die Proteas begin vandag hul amptelike veldtog in die T20-Wêreldbeker met een duidelike doelwit: om ’n kragtige verklaring af te lê en dadelik na die bopunt van Groep D te beweeg. Na maande se intense voorbereiding en strategiese beplanning, is die span gereed om hul pad na die gesogte goue medalje op die globale verhoog oop te kap. Image: Cricket South Africa Wat is op die Spel? In ’n toernooi soos die T2

Yolandi Botes
Feb 91 min read


South Africa Celebrates Excellence at Limpopo Sport Awards
Cricket South Africa has expressed immense pride following the recognition of two key figures at the 2025 Limpopo Sport Awards. Both recipients were honored for their leadership and impact on the national stage. Image: Cricket South Africa Image: Cricket South Africa Award Winners and Achievements Mandla Mashimbyi (Coach of the Year): Awarded for his pivotal role in guiding the Proteas Women to their historic first appearance in an ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup Final. Kgomots

Yolandi Botes
Jan 271 min read


The Proteas U19 Face Tough Super Six Opener Against Australia
The Proteas U19 began their Super Six stage journey in Windhoek with a hard-fought battle against Australia U19. Despite a determined effort, especially from the bowling unit, Australia claimed victory by 6 wickets. Image: Cricket South Africa Innings Summary The match was a low-scoring affair on a pitch that offered significant assistance to the bowlers: Batting Struggle : South Africa was bowled out for 118 runs in 32.1 overs . Late Resistance : The team reached 110/8 aft

Yolandi Botes
Jan 261 min read


The Proteas U19 Face West Indies in Decisive World Cup Clash
Cricket South Africa has announced the final group phase match for the South African U19 team in the ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup. The young Proteas are set to face the West Indies U19 in a high-stakes encounter. Image: Cricket South Africa Crucial Group D Stakes This match is pivotal for the tournament standings, as a top-two finish in Group D is currently on the line. Securing a top position is essential for the team to strengthen its path as they move deeper into the co

Yolandi Botes
Jan 221 min read


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
Jan 201 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
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