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Lhuan-dre Pretorius blasts 188, becomes highest individual scorer in T20 cricket

Lhuan-dre Pretorius blasts 188, becomes highest individual scorer in T20 cricket

Rediff.com3 Oct 2026

Lhuan-dre Pretorius smashed an unbeaten 188 off 79 balls for Titans, breaking Chris Gayle's T20 record with 13 sixes and 15 fours before narrowly missing a double century.

Namibia beat South Africa in huge T20 upset

Namibia beat South Africa in huge T20 upset

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

Namibia pulled off a shock four-wicket win over South Africa in a one-off Twenty20 international on Saturday that marked the opening of the new cricket stadium in Windhoek.

Fit-again Rishabh Pant back for South Africa Tests

Fit-again Rishabh Pant back for South Africa Tests

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

Rishabh Pant was ruled out for nearly three months after he fractured his foot during the fourth Test against England in Manchester in July.

'It's Terrible. It's Un-Australian'

'It's Terrible. It's Un-Australian'

Rediff.com1 days ago

'There is no fight whatsoever. It is disgraceful.'

Crowds absent despite South Africa's Test success

Crowds absent despite South Africa's Test success

Rediff.com10 Dec 2024

South Africa's two-test series success over Sri Lanka on Monday catapulted them to first place in the World Test Championship and put them firmly on course for next year's final in what would have been unthinkable less than a year ago.

South Africa announce Test squad for India tour

South Africa announce Test squad for India tour

Rediff.com27 Oct 2025

The Proteas have included three frontline spinners in the squad with Keshav Maharaj leading the attack, while also consisting of Simon Harmer and Senuran Muthusamy, who was the player of the series against Pakistan.

Deepti Sharma's all-round show steers India to victory in 4th T20I vs South Africa

Deepti Sharma's all-round show steers India to victory in 4th T20I vs South Africa

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Deepti Sharma's stellar all-round performance, including a maiden five-wicket haul, led India to a 14-run victory over South Africa in the fourth women's T20I. Despite South Africa already securing the series, Deepti's contributions with both bat and ball proved decisive.

India stick to spin blueprint for South Africa Test

India stick to spin blueprint for South Africa Test

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

India will look to reprise their home template of big first-innings totals and sustained spin in the short two-Test series against South Africa beginning in Kolkata on Friday.

South Africa rout Afghanistan; avoid series whitewash

South Africa rout Afghanistan; avoid series whitewash

Rediff.com23 Sep 2024

South Africa bounced back from two heavy defeats to beat Afghanistan by seven wickets in the third and final One-Day International in Sharjah on Sunday.

T20 World Cup: How NZ crushed South Africa in just 12.5 overs

T20 World Cup: How NZ crushed South Africa in just 12.5 overs

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Finn Allen's record-breaking century powered New Zealand to a dominant victory over South Africa in the T20 World Cup semi-final, securing their place in the final.

South Africa win T20I series vs New Zealand with comfortable win in decider

South Africa win T20I series vs New Zealand with comfortable win in decider

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

South Africa sealed the T20I series against New Zealand with a convincing 33-run victory in the fifth and final game at Hagley Oval on Wednesday.

Shimron Hetmyer fires as West Indies down South Africa in 10-over shootout

Shimron Hetmyer fires as West Indies down South Africa in 10-over shootout

Rediff.com1 Feb 2026

Shimron Hetmyer smashed an unbeaten 48 in 22 balls to help West Indies to a six-run victory over hosts South Africa in a T20 International reduced to 10 overs per side.

3rd Test: Australia return to Sandpapergate territory as Smith seeks redemption at Newlands

3rd Test: Australia return to Sandpapergate territory as Smith seeks redemption at Newlands

Rediff.com25 Oct 2026

Australia return to Newlands for the series-deciding Test against South Africa, confronting Sandpapergate memories from 2018, as Steve Smith seeks redemption and Nortje's injury reshapes hosts' bowling options.

Will Gill Be Fit For South Africa T20Is?

Will Gill Be Fit For South Africa T20Is?

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

'Gill is recovering really well, it's a speedy recovery.'

Markram Reveals What Fueled South Africa's 359-Run Chase

Markram Reveals What Fueled South Africa's 359-Run Chase

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

Architect of South Africa's series-levelling win in the second ODI against India here, Aiden Markram says scoring runs matters only when the team wins and he felt responsible for the visitors' defeat in the first ODI by a small margin.

Proteas look to strengthen their hold atop Test rankings as Bangladesh beckon

Proteas look to strengthen their hold atop Test rankings as Bangladesh beckon

Rediff.com13 hours ago

South Africa have recalled batters Tony de Zorzi and Zubayr Hamza to their squad for the upcoming two-match home Test series against Bangladesh, while seamer Lungi Ngidi remains sidelined due to injury.

South Africa humiliate India in Guwahati; sweep series 2-0

South Africa humiliate India in Guwahati; sweep series 2-0

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

Images from Day 5 of the second and final Test between India and South Africa, at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati, on Wednesday.

T20 World Cup: 'Playing in Ahmedabad no big advantage for South Africa': Keshav Maharaj

T20 World Cup: 'Playing in Ahmedabad no big advantage for South Africa': Keshav Maharaj

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

Spinner Keshav Maharaj stressed the importance of adapting quickly to conditions as South Africa prepares for a crucial T20 World Cup Super 8 match against the West Indies.

Kuldeep picks key wickets to restrict South Africa

Kuldeep picks key wickets to restrict South Africa

Rediff.com22 Nov 2025

Images from Day 1 of the second Test between India and South Africa, in Guwahati, on Saturday.

Australia rest Cummins, Starc, Hazlewood for England white-ball series

Australia rest Cummins, Starc, Hazlewood for England white-ball series

Rediff.com20 hours ago

Mitchell Marsh will captain Australia's One-Day International and T20 International squads against England, with most frontline Test players rested after their recent South Africa series. The move aims to manage player workload ahead of the upcoming New Zealand Test series.

T20 WC Semi-Final: Unbeaten South Africa Take On Giant-Killers New Zealand

T20 WC Semi-Final: Unbeaten South Africa Take On Giant-Killers New Zealand

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Unbeaten South Africa take on a dangerous New Zealand side in the T20 World Cup semi-final at Eden Gardens, with the Proteas wary of complacency in the knockout stage.

Pollock Starts Pink-Ball Debate: Should Day Tests Ditch the Red Ball?

Pollock Starts Pink-Ball Debate: Should Day Tests Ditch the Red Ball?

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Former South Africa all-rounder Shaun Pollock has called for the use of pink balls in traditional daytime Test matches to reduce playing time lost due to bad light, following interruptions in the ongoing first Test between South Africa and Australia.

2nd Test: Boland's double strike gives Australia upper hand on rain-hit Day 1

2nd Test: Boland's double strike gives Australia upper hand on rain-hit Day 1

Rediff.com18 Oct 2026

Scott Boland struck twice in successive deliveries to reduce South Africa to 20 for two on a rain-hit opening day, giving Australia the early advantage in the second Test.

T20 World Cup: Aiden Markram shines as clinical South Africa trounce Canada

T20 World Cup: Aiden Markram shines as clinical South Africa trounce Canada

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

Skipper Aiden Markram led from the front with a flamboyant half-century as South Africa registered a comprehensive 57-run win over Canada in their opening Group D T20 World Cup match.

India batter Punam Raut retires from all forms of international cricket

India batter Punam Raut retires from all forms of international cricket

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Indian women's cricket team top-order batter Punam Raut announced her retirement from all forms of international cricket on Thursday. The 37-year-old played four Tests, 73 ODIs, and 35 T20Is for India, highlighting her career with a record-breaking ODI partnership and participation in the 2017 Women's ODI World Cup.

Duminy resigns as South Africa's limited-overs batting coach

Duminy resigns as South Africa's limited-overs batting coach

Rediff.com7 Dec 2024

J P Duminy, who joined the Proteas side as their batting coach in March last year, left his role with immediate effect following a mutual agreement, said the country's cricket governing body (CSA).

South Africa A thrash India A for consolation win

South Africa A thrash India A for consolation win

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

South Africa A humble India A by 73 runs to avoid series whitewash

ODI World Cup 2027: Over 1.5 Crore Ticket Applications in 12 Days

ODI World Cup 2027: Over 1.5 Crore Ticket Applications in 12 Days

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

There is an unprecedented global demand for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2027 tickets, with over 1.5 crore applications already received from 142 countries for the tournament set to be hosted in Africa.

T20 World Cup Super 8s: Markram powers South Africa into last four

T20 World Cup Super 8s: Markram powers South Africa into last four

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Clinical South Africa hammer West Indies by nine wickets, seal semifinal spot

Gill-Gambhir Make Big Request Ahead Of 2027 World Cup

Gill-Gambhir Make Big Request Ahead Of 2027 World Cup

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

India is reportedly exploring an ODI series in South Africa before the 2027 World Cup, a move initiated by the team management to gain crucial exposure to conditions and fine-tune preparations for the tournament.

Is AB de Villiers South Africa's Lucky Charm?

Is AB de Villiers South Africa's Lucky Charm?

Rediff.com14 Jun 2025

South Africa's long wait for a men's world title - could be written on Saturday. And if they succeed, don't be surprised if 'Lucky Charm de Villiers' trends again.

Steve Smith Cleared Of Serious Neck Injury, Set For New Zealand Tests

Steve Smith Cleared Of Serious Neck Injury, Set For New Zealand Tests

Rediff.com4 days ago

Australian veteran batter Steve Smith has been cleared of serious neck damage following scans and is expected to be fit for the upcoming home Test series against New Zealand in December.

South Africa aim to continue momentum against Bangladesh

South Africa aim to continue momentum against Bangladesh

Rediff.com12 Oct 2025

Despite this, Bangladesh's inconsistent top order remains a significant concern. Skipper Nigar Sultana Joty, who also performs wicketkeeping duties, has struggled for runs, averaging just nine in the tournament.

PIX: South Africa implode after steady start on Day 1

PIX: South Africa implode after steady start on Day 1

Rediff.com14 Nov 2025

With Bumrah leading the charge, India prised out five wickets in the second session to snuff out South Africa's hopes of reaching the 200 mark.

Security concerns force England women to shift Abu Dhabi camp to South Africa

Security concerns force England women to shift Abu Dhabi camp to South Africa

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

The England women's cricket team was forced to shift its T20 World Cup preparatory camp to South Africa after it had to call off its plans to travel to Abu Dhabi due to security concerns owing to the ongoing conflict in the region, involving United States, Israel and Iran.

Rabada Vs Bumrah: Who Is the Better Test Bowler?

Rabada Vs Bumrah: Who Is the Better Test Bowler?

Rediff.com17 hours ago

The numbers don't settle it. Bumrah has the lower average and is harder to score off. Rabada has the bigger pile, the ten-wicket matches, and a winning team behind him.

Australia return to SA 8 years after sandpaper scandal

Australia return to SA 8 years after sandpaper scandal

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

Australia and South Africa are set to begin a three-match Test series in Durban, with both teams looking for a boost after recent setbacks. The pitch at Kingsmead is expected to favour spinners, a departure from South Africa's usual seamer-friendly conditions, potentially influencing team selections.

Cricket South Africa announce racial quotas for national team

Cricket South Africa announce racial quotas for national team

Rediff.com3 Sep 2016

Cricket South Africa (CSA) have put in place racial quotas for the national team across all three formats of the game in an effort to increase the number of black players in a sport still dominated by whites.

PIX: De Kock powers South Africa to easy win over India

PIX: De Kock powers South Africa to easy win over India

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

Images from the second T20 International between India and South Africa, at the PCA's New Chandigarh Stadium, Mullanpur.

Noman takes 10 as Pakistan end South Africa's winning streak

Noman takes 10 as Pakistan end South Africa's winning streak

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

Pakistan secured a 93-run victory over South Africa on the fourth day of the first Test, taking the eight wickets needed on Wednesday to go 1-0 up in the two-match series in Lahore.