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SA20 experience will come in handy against SA: Rashid Khan

SA20 experience will come in handy against SA: Rashid Khan

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

Afghanistan captain Rashid Khan said his SA20 experience will help guide young teammates against South Africa in their T20 World Cup match in Ahmedabad.

Stubbs, Breetzke lift Sunrisers Eastern Cape to SA20 title

Stubbs, Breetzke lift Sunrisers Eastern Cape to SA20 title

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

Sunrisers Eastern Cape completed a six-wicket win over the Pretoria Capitals to lift the SA20 trophy for the third time in four years at Newlands on Sunday.

Ganguly's calm touch fuels Capitals' SA20 turnaround

Ganguly's calm touch fuels Capitals' SA20 turnaround

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

Pretoria Capitals skipper Keshav Maharaj credits head coach Sourav Ganguly for bringing belief, calm and a positive culture ahead of the SA20 final.

How SA20 Is Transforming Careers, Lives

How SA20 Is Transforming Careers, Lives

Rediff.com10 Jan 2026

SA20 turns 4: Social healer, job creator and a new lucrative option for players around globe

World Cup: SA's Gen-Next chase T20 glory after 2024 heartbreak

World Cup: SA's Gen-Next chase T20 glory after 2024 heartbreak

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

A struggling, but promising South African unit will be aiming to avenge the heartbreak of 2024 by securing the grandest prize in T20I cricket on Indian soil, with the Proteas' 'Gen-Next' of Dewald Brevis, Ryan Rickelton, Tristan Stubbs and Kwena Maphaka in the spotlight.

SA sweat over key player's fitness ahead of T20 WC

SA sweat over key player's fitness ahead of T20 WC

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

Although the Joburg Super Kings player later came out to bat as stand-in captain, filling in for the injured Faf du Plessis, Ferreira faced just one delivery before retiring hurt due to discomfort.

With SA in Super 8s, chance for Brevis to redeem himself vs UAE

With SA in Super 8s, chance for Brevis to redeem himself vs UAE

Rediff.com1 days ago

South Africa, already qualified for the Super Eights, will face the United Arab Emirates in their final Group D fixture of the T20 World Cup. South Africa would expect big-hitting youngster Dewald Brevis to regain his form against a struggling United Arab Emirates.

De Kock demolition drives SA to series win over Windies

De Kock demolition drives SA to series win over Windies

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

South African opener Quinton de Kock smashed a career-best 115 to give his team a 2-1 series lead in the three-match T20I contest.

Excited to work with Ganguly in SA20: Maharaj

Excited to work with Ganguly in SA20: Maharaj

Rediff.com23 Dec 2025

Pretoria Capitals' skipper Keshav Maharaj is excited to have greats Sourav Ganguly and Shaun Pollock as part of their coaching staff in SA20.

T20 World Cup: Markram delighted as SA crush Canada

T20 World Cup: Markram delighted as SA crush Canada

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

South Africa captain Aiden Markram said his side clicked in all three departments of the game in their comfortable 57-run win over Canada in their opening Group D match of the T20 World Cup in Ahmedabad on Monday.

T20 World Cup: NZ vs SA clash will be fierce: Matt Henry

T20 World Cup: NZ vs SA clash will be fierce: Matt Henry

Rediff.com5 days ago

New Zealand pacer Matt Henry highlights the fierce rivalry between New Zealand and South Africa ahead of their crucial T20 World Cup match, emphasizing the historical context and the importance of adapting to conditions.

Afghanistan in must-win T20 World Cup clash vs in-form SA

Afghanistan in must-win T20 World Cup clash vs in-form SA

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

Afghanistan faces a must-win situation against South Africa in their Group D match of the T20 World Cup after a defeat to New Zealand. South Africa, with a strong win over Canada, leads the group. The match is crucial for Afghanistan's chances of advancing to the Super Eight stage.

LSG Sends Pace Trio To SA20

LSG Sends Pace Trio To SA20

Rediff.com23 Dec 2025

According to Cricbuzz, the franchise has received clearance from the BCCI to release the trio, as none of them are involved in the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy.

T20 WC warm-up: Kishan blasts 20-ball 50, India outplay SA

T20 WC warm-up: Kishan blasts 20-ball 50, India outplay SA

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

India put on a commanding performance to beat South Africa by 30 runs in their T20 World Cup warm-up clash at DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai, on Wednesday.

David Miller receives medical clearance to feature in T20 World Cup

David Miller receives medical clearance to feature in T20 World Cup

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

South Africa's senior batter David Miller on Saturday received medical clearance to join the national squad for the T20 World Cup which begins on February 7.

Gaikwad, Rana star as India A crush SA A

Gaikwad, Rana star as India A crush SA A

Rediff.com16 Nov 2025

Ruturaj Gaikwad made an unbeaten fifty following Harshit Rana's three-wicket burst as India A crushed South Africa A by nine wickets in the second unofficial ODI in Rajkot on Sunday.

T20 World Cup: South Africa sink NZ, inch closer to Super 8s

T20 World Cup: South Africa sink NZ, inch closer to Super 8s

Rediff.com4 days ago

South Africa beat New Zealand by seven wickets in T20 World Cup game in Ahmedabad.

SA coach hails Team India: A 'helluva side'

SA coach hails Team India: A 'helluva side'

Rediff.com20 Dec 2025

South Africa head coach Shukri Conrad termed his team's tour of India "a very successful one" and expressed hope that the two teams meet once again in the final of the next year's T20 World Cup.

How India Loves: Tum Hi Ho

How India Loves: Tum Hi Ho

Rediff.com5 days ago

Valentine's Day may be global. But love in India is beautifully local.

Rajnath May Approve Rs 2.70 Trillion Rafales Today

Rajnath May Approve Rs 2.70 Trillion Rafales Today

Rediff.com6 days ago

If approved, the fighters would help the IAF to build its reducing squadrons, especially after the MiG-21 was decommissioned last year.

Netanyahu reveals Modi's two-day Israel visit, strategic ties in focus

Netanyahu reveals Modi's two-day Israel visit, strategic ties in focus

Rediff.com2 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Israel for two days to discuss bilateral and regional issues, marking his second visit to the Jewish state and highlighting the growing strategic partnership between India and Israel.

Kyle Jamieson replaces Adam Milne in New Zealand's T20 WC squad

Kyle Jamieson replaces Adam Milne in New Zealand's T20 WC squad

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

New Zealand pacer Adam Milne has been ruled out of the T20 World Cup with a torn left hamstring.

Pacers put India A in driver's seat vs SA A

Pacers put India A in driver's seat vs SA A

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

Abhimanyu Easwaran made the future path all the more tough with his second duck of the match, while Sai Sudharsan concluded his lukewarm preparation for the South Africa Test series with an underwhelming 23 off 38 balls.

Fit-again Gill, Hardik back for SA T20Is

Fit-again Gill, Hardik back for SA T20Is

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

Shubman Gill is set to make a comeback during the upcoming five-match T20I series against South Africa, starting in Cuttack, on December 9.

Too many World Cups hurting cricket's charm?

Too many World Cups hurting cricket's charm?

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

'How much value do fans and audiences hold for an ICC tournament every year? The novelty of it is wearing off, to be very honest and with all due respect.'

EPL: Man City crush Fulham, keep pressure on Arsenal

EPL: Man City crush Fulham, keep pressure on Arsenal

Rediff.com6 days ago

Manchester City halved Arsenal's lead at the top of the Premier League to three points with a 3-0 win over visitors Fulham, while Aston Villa stayed in the frame with a late 1-0 victory at home to Brighton & Hove Albion on Wednesday.

Afghanistan put three-foreign-league cap for top players

Afghanistan put three-foreign-league cap for top players

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

'This measure aims to manage workload and ensure peak performance for national duties.'

Youth ODI: India win rain-hit series opener vs SA

Youth ODI: India win rain-hit series opener vs SA

Rediff.com4 Jan 2026

Pangalia, Ambrish help India U19 beat SA U19 in Youth ODI

David Miller's experience key to South Africa's T20 World Cup success

David Miller's experience key to South Africa's T20 World Cup success

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

Veteran South Africa batter David Miller believes his experience and calmness will be crucial as the Proteas aim for their first ICC T20 World Cup title. He emphasizes the importance of guiding younger players and maintaining focus throughout the tournament.

Sheena Bora Murder Trial: The Great Skipping Rope Game

Sheena Bora Murder Trial: The Great Skipping Rope Game

Rediff.com1 days ago

Sheena Bora's birthday fell on February 11 and it's been 14 years since she disappeared into thin air. She would have been 39. Nearly one-and-a-half decades later are we patiently inching nearer to knowing the truth of what happened?

'South Africa well covered for T20 World Cup 2026'

'South Africa well covered for T20 World Cup 2026'

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

South Africa pace spearhead Anrich Nortje played down the Proteas' injury concerns ahead of the T20 World Cup, saying the team has the depth and quality to absorb the setbacks.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi scripts history with 63-ball U-19 century vs SA

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi scripts history with 63-ball U-19 century vs SA

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

The 14-year-old became the youngest U-19 captain to score a century in Youth One-Day cricket.

Visa delay puts England spinners' T20 World Cup prep in doubt

Visa delay puts England spinners' T20 World Cup prep in doubt

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

With Rashid and Ahmed currently unavailable, Liam Dawson is the squad's only specialist spinner, meaning Will Jacks and Jacob Bethell may be required to bowl more than initially planned.

'It will be nice to play in the IPL'

'It will be nice to play in the IPL'

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

'I just go with the flow. I try to perform and be consistent as much as possible. Then whatever happens, happens. It's all God's plan.'

West Indies name strong squad for T20 World Cup

West Indies name strong squad for T20 World Cup

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

Hope to lead West Indies in T20 World Cup; Sampson, Joseph included

SA squad for T20 WC: Markram to lead; Stubbs dropped

SA squad for T20 WC: Markram to lead; Stubbs dropped

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

South Africa unveils T20 World Cup 2026 squad; Markram named captain

After US, Israel cuts ties with several UN bodies

After US, Israel cuts ties with several UN bodies

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

Following an examination and discussions held in the aftermath of the United States' decision to withdraw from dozens of international organisations, Israel's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Gideon Sa'ar, has decided that Jerusalem will immediately sever all contact with several United Nations agencies and international bodies, citing what the government described as persistent bias, politicisation and actions hostile to Israel.

Rickelton, Stubbs replace injured De Zorzi, Ferreira

Rickelton, Stubbs replace injured De Zorzi, Ferreira

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

Rickelton, Stubbs replace injured De Zorzi, Ferreira in SA squad for T20 World Cup

Scotland Ready to Rumble Against West Indies in T20 World Cup

Scotland Ready to Rumble Against West Indies in T20 World Cup

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

Scotland, a late entry into the T20 World Cup, is set to face West Indies in their opening match. Scotland aims to prove their worth and cause upsets against higher-ranked teams, while West Indies look to leverage their experience and firepower.

No baggage, only runs: De Kock back in ruthless touch

No baggage, only runs: De Kock back in ruthless touch

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

Quinton de Kock seems to have found another gear since his return to cricket and the South African attributed the new-found freedom in his batting to a mind without any 'baggage'.