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SA crushed by scoreboard pressure, Markram admits

SA crushed by scoreboard pressure, Markram admits

Rediff.com30 Jun 2024

The Proteas were in the hunt but in the end, fell just short in a chase of 176.

Jaiswal makes Champions Trophy squad, Shami returns

Jaiswal makes Champions Trophy squad, Shami returns

Rediff.com18 Jan 2025

Yashasvi Jaiswal was on Saturday expectedly picked in the India squad for the Champions Trophy and pacer Mohammed Shami returned to national fold

Markram backs South Africa to qualify for WTC final

Markram backs South Africa to qualify for WTC final

Rediff.com25 Oct 2024

South Africa are confident they can chase down a spot in next year's World Test Championship final, even if they must win four of their remaining five Tests in the current two-year cycle

De Zorzi, Mulder power SA to mammoth total

De Zorzi, Mulder power SA to mammoth total

Rediff.com30 Oct 2024

South Africa declared their first innings at a daunting 575-6 thanks to Tony de Zorzi's 177 and Wiaan Mulder's unbeaten 105, before the tourists reduced Bangladesh to 38-4 on day two

How Varun Chakravarthy bounced back after three tough years

How Varun Chakravarthy bounced back after three tough years

Rediff.com11 Nov 2024

Varun Chakravarthy credited the intense domestic grind and the role clarity provided by new head coach Gautam Gambhir as vital in helping regain his lost form.

Shamsi opts out of CSA central contract to pursue T20 franchise cricket

Shamsi opts out of CSA central contract to pursue T20 franchise cricket

Rediff.com3 Oct 2024

West Indies award 9 cricketers historic multi-year contracts across men's, women's teams

SA score thrilling win over Windies, make T20 WC semis

SA score thrilling win over Windies, make T20 WC semis

Rediff.com24 Jun 2024

Images from the T20 World Cup Super Eight Group 2 match between the West Indies and South Africa, in Antigua.

Centurion showdown: Can India bounce back against SA?

Centurion showdown: Can India bounce back against SA?

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

Indian batting line-up need to get its mojo back against a resurgent South Africa to regain the lost ground on rather unfamiliar SuperSport Park conditions

Relaxed Proteas happy with security arrangements in Pakistan

Relaxed Proteas happy with security arrangements in Pakistan

Rediff.com18 Jan 2021

Root thanks England fan over phone for his support.

Markram admits SA 'tried to kill the chase too early' vs WI

Markram admits SA 'tried to kill the chase too early' vs WI

Rediff.com24 Jun 2024

South Africa captain Aiden Markram acknowledged that the Proteas erred a bit in attempting to finish off the chase

History repeating? India win toss; eye T20 WC trophy

History repeating? India win toss; eye T20 WC trophy

Rediff.com29 Jun 2024

Here's why history seems to be favouring India in T20 World Cup final

Vaughan blasts 'cocky' Proteas

Vaughan blasts 'cocky' Proteas

Rediff.com2 Dec 2009

Former England captain Michael Vaughan has warned South Africa to abstain from its "cocky jibes", saying that they will backfire against the visitors.

T20 World Cup: South Africa relieved to overcome Gous scare!

T20 World Cup: South Africa relieved to overcome Gous scare!

Rediff.com20 Jun 2024

Aiden Markram conceded that Andries Gous made life difficult for his side after the United States put the seasoned South Africans under tremendous stress in their T20 World Cup Super Eight match.

South Africa open up big lead on Day 2 vs Windies

South Africa open up big lead on Day 2 vs Windies

Rediff.com17 Aug 2024

South Africa built a 239-run lead over the West Indies after the second day of the second Test on Friday to take the upper hand.

PIX: India's T20 dominance continues, seal SA series

PIX: India's T20 dominance continues, seal SA series

Rediff.com16 Nov 2024

IMAGES from the fourth and deciding T20I played between South Africa and India in Johannesburg on Friday

Arshdeep shares personal insights on death-overs bowling

Arshdeep shares personal insights on death-overs bowling

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

Young Arshdeep Singh is getting better continuously, and the left-arm seamer has attributed this to his ability to keep things simple and stay level-headed in pressure situations, which has helped him evolve into a death-overs specialist.

Women's T20 WC: SA rout Scotland; boost semis hopes

Women's T20 WC: SA rout Scotland; boost semis hopes

Rediff.com9 Oct 2024

South Africa boosted their hopes of reaching the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2024 semi-finals with a convincing 80-run victory over Scotland in Dubai.

SEE: Shamsi inspired by Steyn's hug

SEE: Shamsi inspired by Steyn's hug

Rediff.com27 Jun 2024

Shamsi reveals heartwarming moment with iconic pacer Dale Steyn after SA secure spot in T20 WC final

Super 8 PIX: De Kock, Rabada star as SA down USA

Super 8 PIX: De Kock, Rabada star as SA down USA

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

IMAGES from the Group 2 Super 8 match, played between South Africa and USA, in North Sound, Antigua, on Wednesday.

Focus on Sanju, Abhishek as India eye winning start

Focus on Sanju, Abhishek as India eye winning start

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

Captaon Suryakumar Yadav, all-rounders Hardik Pandya and Axar Patel, the only member from the Test side, will be hoping for a strong outing so that India can apply some balm over the wounds from their recent home series defeat against New Zealand.

New Zealand T20 star Munro retires from internationals

New Zealand T20 star Munro retires from internationals

Rediff.com10 May 2024

Along with two T20 World Cups, Munro was in the New Zealand squad that suffered a heart-breaking defeat in the 50-over 2019 World Cup final against hosts England.

PIX: Varma hits maiden T20I ton as India down SA

PIX: Varma hits maiden T20I ton as India down SA

Rediff.com14 Nov 2024

Tilak Varma stole the show with a spectacular maiden century as India clinched a narrow 11-run win over South Africa in a high-scoring third T20 International.

David Miller picks ideal batting position for T20 World Cup

David Miller picks ideal batting position for T20 World Cup

Rediff.com9 Jan 2024

South Africa batter David Miller picked his preferred spot in the Proteas T20 World Cup setup as well as what they need to do as a team in order to enjoy a successful tournament.

Afghanistan aim to upset South Africa in T20 WC semis

Afghanistan aim to upset South Africa in T20 WC semis

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

Without belittling the poised run of the Proteas, Afghanistan have been the revelation of this ICC showpiece.

Major reshuffle in ICC Test rankings

Major reshuffle in ICC Test rankings

Rediff.com25 Sep 2024

Pant breaks into top-10, Rohit, Kohli slip

Day 2: South Africa fight back after India's record total

Day 2: South Africa fight back after India's record total

Rediff.com29 Jun 2024

The Proteas began on a convincing note with the bat and remained safe at 29 for no loss at the lunch break.

Pant's Break Turning Point Of T20 WC Final

Pant's Break Turning Point Of T20 WC Final

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

Rohit Sharma believes the major turning point of the T20 World Cup final was Rishabh Pant taking a break to get taping done on his knee.

Is Ayush Badoni the new king of sixes?

Is Ayush Badoni the new king of sixes?

Rediff.com1 Sep 2024

Ayush Badoni, who hit a record 19 sixes, believes his ability to time the ball is the reason behind a record-smashing 55-ball 165 runs effort in the Delhi Premier League match against North Delhi Strikers.

PIX: De Kock, bowlers help South Africa sink England

PIX: De Kock, bowlers help South Africa sink England

Rediff.com22 Jun 2024

Images from the T20 World Cup Super 8s Group 2 match between South Africa and England at Gros Islet, St Lucia, on Friday.

Former Proteas all-rounder to take over as Tripura operations head

Former Proteas all-rounder to take over as Tripura operations head

Rediff.com31 May 2023

Former South African allrounder Lance Klusener will take over as head of cricket operation of Tripura for the upcoming season.

T20 World Cup: Batting a worry for South Africa ahead of USA clash

T20 World Cup: Batting a worry for South Africa ahead of USA clash

Rediff.com18 Jun 2024

South Africa will have no room for error as their world-class batters will be keen to flex their muscles against a spirited USA in their opening Super Eight match of the T20 World Cup.

Former Proteas players back Ngidi on 'BLM' stance

Former Proteas players back Ngidi on 'BLM' stance

Rediff.com14 Jul 2020

We note the criticism aimed at Lungi for expressing his views -- and we hope that CSA, together with fellow cricketers both present and past will come out strongly in support of #BLM.

South Africa face test of nerves against Afghanistan in semis

South Africa face test of nerves against Afghanistan in semis

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

South Africa's bid to lift a first major cricket trophy could come down to whether they can finally shed the unwanted tag of "chokers".

Rohit's T20 World Cup ends on a mixed note

Rohit's T20 World Cup ends on a mixed note

Rediff.com30 Jun 2024

In eight matches this tournament, Rohit ended with 257 runs at an average of 36.71, with a strike rate of 156.70.

Aaqib or Saqlain? New Pakistan coach hunt begins

Aaqib or Saqlain? New Pakistan coach hunt begins

Rediff.com28 Oct 2024

Current senior selector Aaqib Javed and former spinner Saqlain Mushtaq are in fray to replace Gary Kirsten as Pakistan's new white ball coach after the former Proteas batter stepped down

Bedingham hits ton as South Africa set Kiwis tricky run chase

Bedingham hits ton as South Africa set Kiwis tricky run chase

Rediff.com15 Feb 2024

David Bedingham scored his maiden Test century as South Africa handed New Zealand a victory target of 267 on a tricky pitch on the third day of the second and final Test.

'Gambhir knows what he wants and speaks his mind'

'Gambhir knows what he wants and speaks his mind'

Rediff.com1 Sep 2024

Jonty Rhodes believes the Indian team will only become stronger under new head coach Gautam Gambhir, and said the former opener has the ability to make an instant impact in any side.

Morkel admits he won't replace Kohli, Rohit

Morkel admits he won't replace Kohli, Rohit

Rediff.com14 Sep 2024

Morne Morkel isn't here to shake things up. He sees the Indian cricket system as a well-oiled machine, and his goal is to help it run even smoother.

Centurion Test: Nortje's fifer gives Proteas big lead vs WI

Centurion Test: Nortje's fifer gives Proteas big lead vs WI

Rediff.com1 Mar 2023

First innings centurion Aiden Markram (35 not out) and Heinrich Klaasen (0 not out) will resume on the third morning, hoping to build on what is already a sizeable advantage.

Elgar wants Proteas to handle De Kock's Test exit adeptly

Elgar wants Proteas to handle De Kock's Test exit adeptly

Rediff.com2 Jan 2022

South Africa skipper Dean Elgar says he was initially "shocked" at Quinton de Kock's sudden retirement from Test cricket, but insisted that the team will take the setback in its stride and strive to level the ongoing series against India.