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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


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


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


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


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


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


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
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