News for 'Hosts South Africa'

No other option but to look ahead, says Markram after T20 World Cup exit

No other option but to look ahead, says Markram after T20 World Cup exit

Rediff.com4 days ago

South Africa won't dwell on T20 World Cup exit, Markram says

T20 World Cup 2026: The Full Schedule

T20 World Cup 2026: The Full Schedule

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

ICC T20 World Cup will be held from February 7 to March 8 2026. Check out the full schedule of T20 World Cup 2026.

After India's Defeat, Star Sports Withdraws 'Chokers' Ad

After India's Defeat, Star Sports Withdraws 'Chokers' Ad

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

Star Sports withdraws its controversial 'cupcake' promo targeting South Africa after India's 76-run loss in the T20 World Cup Super 8 clash.

T20 World Cup: Unbeaten West Indies, SA set up Super 8 showdown

T20 World Cup: Unbeaten West Indies, SA set up Super 8 showdown

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

The West Indies and South Africa, both undefeated, will battle in a Super 8 match of the T20 World Cup. The West Indies' powerful batting will be tested by South Africa's balanced bowling attack. The result could significantly impact India's chances of reaching the semi-finals.

South Africa aim for place in WTC final

South Africa aim for place in WTC final

Rediff.com24 Dec 2024

South Africa are within touching distance of a place in next June's World Test Championship final at Lord's but must win at least one of their two Tests against Pakistan

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).

Adaptability key for South Africa, says coach Walter

Adaptability key for South Africa, says coach Walter

Rediff.com28 Feb 2025

'I think any experience in the sub-continent is valuable.'

T20 World Cup final: I love New Zealand, but they won't beat India, says Steyn

T20 World Cup final: I love New Zealand, but they won't beat India, says Steyn

Rediff.com3 days ago

South African pace legend Dale Steyn believes New Zealand risks inheriting the 'chokers' tag if they lose the T20 World Cup final against India, highlighting their repeated failures in major ICC finals.

SA Not Fixated On Individuals Ahead Of India Super 8 Test

SA Not Fixated On Individuals Ahead Of India Super 8 Test

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

South Africa say Ahmedabad familiarity and recent India series help preparation for T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 clash.

Bavuma, Stubbs centuries put South Africa in control

Bavuma, Stubbs centuries put South Africa in control

Rediff.com30 Nov 2024

South Africa were five wickets from victory as Sri Lanka finished the third day of the first Test on 103-5 in their second innings after being set a 516-run target on Friday.

South Africa, Sri Lanka eye victory in second Test

South Africa, Sri Lanka eye victory in second Test

Rediff.com8 Dec 2024

South Africa require five wickets and Sri Lanka need 143 runs as the second Test heads for a potentially exciting conclusion

Markram: 'No Step Is Easy' as SA Close In on Semis

Markram: 'No Step Is Easy' as SA Close In on Semis

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Aiden Markram's unbeaten 82 and a 95-run opening stand with Quinton de Kock powered South Africa to a nine-wicket win over West Indies, putting the Proteas on the brink of the T20 World Cup semi-finals.

T20 World Cup: No handshake? SA captain says it's bad for cricket

T20 World Cup: No handshake? SA captain says it's bad for cricket

Rediff.com7 days ago

Temba Bavuma discusses the no-handshake policy in India-Pakistan cricket, South Africa's T20 World Cup chances, and Indian batters' struggles against spin.

T20 WC: India Exceptional but Not Unbeatable, Says Atherton

T20 WC: India Exceptional but Not Unbeatable, Says Atherton

Rediff.com6 days ago

Flagging concerns for Team India, former England captain Michael Atherton says the hosts are exceptional but not unbeatable ahead of the T20 World Cup semi-final against at Wankhede, on Thursday.

Heartbreak fuels South Africa's World Cup dream

Heartbreak fuels South Africa's World Cup dream

Rediff.com30 Jun 2024

Markram hoped that this would be the first of more finals to come, in particular when South Africa host the 50-over Cricket World Cup in 2027.

New Zealand's young guns eye glory in 2028 after T20 World Cup heartbreak

New Zealand's young guns eye glory in 2028 after T20 World Cup heartbreak

Rediff.com4 hours ago

New Zealand coach Rob Walter believes his young team will be back and hungry for success at the next edition of T20 World Cup on home soil in 2028.

T20 World Cup: India Keeps Semi-Final Dreams Alive

T20 World Cup: India Keeps Semi-Final Dreams Alive

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

For India, a win against the West Indies will guarantee a semifinal spot, with four points making net run rate a non-issue.

T20 World Cup: When Finn Allen Launched A Meteor Shower At Eden Gardens

T20 World Cup: When Finn Allen Launched A Meteor Shower At Eden Gardens

Rediff.com5 days ago

The South Africans had only recently wiped away their reputation of being chokers. Finn Allen got them to choke again.

CT 2025 Semis: India face Australia; South Africa take on New Zealand

CT 2025 Semis: India face Australia; South Africa take on New Zealand

Rediff.com2 Mar 2025

Group A winners India will take on World champions Australia in the first semi-final in Dubai on Tuesday, March 4, 2025.

T20 World Cup, India vs Zimbabwe: 'Win The Game, Don't Worry About Net Run Rate'

T20 World Cup, India vs Zimbabwe: 'Win The Game, Don't Worry About Net Run Rate'

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

India should only focus on winning their match T20 World Cup match against Zimbabwe in Chennai on Thursday without worrying about the net run rate, says former all-rounder Irfan Pathan.

South Africa's painful past in World Cups!

South Africa's painful past in World Cups!

Rediff.com27 Jun 2024

A look at South Africa's tormented past when they failed to get over the line at key junctures in World Cups.

1st Test, Day 1: Bosch, Paterson star for South Africa

1st Test, Day 1: Bosch, Paterson star for South Africa

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

The depth of fast bowlers at South Africa's disposal was no better evidenced than on Thursday as Corbin Bosch and Dale Paterson took nine of the 10 wickets to dismiss Pakistan for 211 on the opening day of the first Test at Centurion.

T20 World Cup, India vs Zimbabwe: Will Sanju Samson Replace Abhishek Sharma?

T20 World Cup, India vs Zimbabwe: Will Sanju Samson Replace Abhishek Sharma?

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

Who do you think should be part of India's playing XI for the must-win match against Zimbabwe on Thursday?

Rohit, Dhoni Create Iconic Moment Before T20 WC Final

Rohit, Dhoni Create Iconic Moment Before T20 WC Final

Rediff.com1 days ago

India's World Cup-winning captains Rohit Sharma and MS Dhoni, alongside International Cricket Council chairman Jay Shah, walked out at the Narendra Modi Stadium, in Ahmedabad, with the T20 World Cup trophy on Sunday.

T20 World Cup: Super 8 shock: SA rips through India's lineup

T20 World Cup: Super 8 shock: SA rips through India's lineup

Rediff.com22 Feb 2026

David Miller smashed a brilliant half-century while Marco Jansen picked up four wickets as South Africa thrashed India by 76 runs in the ICC T20 World Cup Super 8s match.

T20 WC Super 8s: Kettleborough Returns For Big India Game

T20 WC Super 8s: Kettleborough Returns For Big India Game

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

ICC have announced the list of officials for the Super 8s, starting with New Zealand-Pakistan duel in Group 2 on Saturday, February 21.

South Africa crush Bangladesh in second Test to sweep series

South Africa crush Bangladesh in second Test to sweep series

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

South Africa thrashed Bangladesh by an innings and 273 runs to secure a 2-0 series sweep after enforcing the follow on and dismissing the hosts for 143 on day three of the second Test

Feast for fans of raw pace as Australia host South Africa

Feast for fans of raw pace as Australia host South Africa

Rediff.com13 Nov 2014

The series should get off to an explosive start when quicks Mitchell Johnson and Dale Steyn face off.

Rohit, Kohli in spotlight as India host fresh-faced New Zealand

Rohit, Kohli in spotlight as India host fresh-faced New Zealand

Rediff.com10 Jan 2026

Even as the focus remains on the T20 World Cup which is less than a month away, Kohli and Rohit will hog the limelight in the three ODIs over the next seven days.

Indian women's cricket team nominated for 2026 Laureus Award

Indian women's cricket team nominated for 2026 Laureus Award

Rediff.com6 days ago

Following their historic World Cup win, the Indian women's cricket team has been nominated for the prestigious Laureus World Team of the Year Award, a first for any women's cricket team.

T20 World Cup: Axar Snub, Bumrah Misused: Gambhir, SKY Under Fire

T20 World Cup: Axar Snub, Bumrah Misused: Gambhir, SKY Under Fire

Rediff.com24 Feb 2026

'We lost the match between the 7th and 15th over. You used Bumrah's two overs early and kept the remaining two for the death. But Rohit Sharma never used Bumrah like this.'

From 2007 to 2026: How The T20 World Cup Evolved

From 2007 to 2026: How The T20 World Cup Evolved

Rediff.com3 Feb 2026

Six different teams have lifted the trophy over the years, with the West Indies, England and reigning champions India the only nations to have won it twice.

T20 World Cup: Could have been more clinical with ball, says Surya after win vs Zimbabwe

T20 World Cup: Could have been more clinical with ball, says Surya after win vs Zimbabwe

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

India defeated Zimbabwe in a high-scoring T20 World Cup match to keep their semifinal hopes alive. Suryakumar Yadav expressed dissatisfaction with the bowling performance despite the win. Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza acknowledged the need for improvement across all departments.

South Africa collapse as West Indies seal T20I series

South Africa collapse as West Indies seal T20I series

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

West Indies won the second T20I by 30 runs on Sunday to take a 2-0 lead in the three-match series.

'India, China should view each other as partners and opportunities'

'India, China should view each other as partners and opportunities'

Rediff.com2 days ago

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has called on India and China to view each other as partners rather than rivals, emphasising the importance of cooperation for regional stability and development.

T20 World Cup: Abhishek Sharma Flops Again!

T20 World Cup: Abhishek Sharma Flops Again!

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

Is Abhishek Sharma struggling to cope with the expectations of playing in a World Cup in front of home fans?

India chase history, NZ dream of 1st T20 World Cup crown

India chase history, NZ dream of 1st T20 World Cup crown

Rediff.com3 days ago

India will face New Zealand in the T20 World Cup final in Ahmedabad. India aims to retain the title, while New Zealand seeks their first global white-ball crown. The match is set to be a thrilling contest between two strong teams.

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

South Africa overpower Sri Lanka to sweep series; go top of WTC Standings

South Africa overpower Sri Lanka to sweep series; go top of WTC Standings

Rediff.com9 Dec 2024

Spinner Keshav Maharaj took five wickets as South Africa secured a 109-run victory over Sri Lanka on the last day of the second Test.

ICC T20 World Cup: No Giants, no favourites: Group D promises fireworks

ICC T20 World Cup: No Giants, no favourites: Group D promises fireworks

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

A preview of Group D in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, featuring South Africa, New Zealand, Afghanistan, Canada, and the United Arab Emirates.