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IPL 2026: South African Trio Powers Delhi Capitals Back to Winning Ways

IPL 2026: South African Trio Powers Delhi Capitals Back to Winning Ways

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

Delhi Capitals' South African trio of Lungi Ngidi, Tristan Stubbs and David Miller script a thrilling six-wicket win over RCB, ending their losing streak with a last-over finish.

South African MJ Daffue Secures DP World PGTI Open Title in Nuh

South African MJ Daffue Secures DP World PGTI Open Title in Nuh

Rediff.com22 Mar 2026

South African golfer MJ Daffue wins the DP World PGTI Open, finishing ahead of Jhared Hack and Saptak Talwar.

Should've told us hosting G20 is a difficult task: South African Prez to Modi

Should've told us hosting G20 is a difficult task: South African Prez to Modi

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa said that his country has learnt a lot from India about hosting the G20.

'The Best Test Innings By A South African'

'The Best Test Innings By A South African'

Rediff.com14 Jun 2025

Former England captain Kevin Pietersen on Saturday rated Protea opener Aiden Markram's measured hundred against Australia in the World Test Championship final as the "best innings" by a South African batter in Test matches.

South African Walter named New Zealand coach

South African Walter named New Zealand coach

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

Walter, who led South Africa to the semi-finals of the 2023 World Cup and final of last year's Twenty20 World Cup, is contracted through to the end of the 2028 World Cup, which New Zealand is co-hosting with Australia.

Temba, The Warrior Of Hope in South African Cricket

Temba, The Warrior Of Hope in South African Cricket

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

For the world, it is another victory of a cricket team, but for all those Black South Africans, who suffered during apartheid, it come as a sweet redemption.

Markram Etches His Name In South African Folklore

Markram Etches His Name In South African Folklore

Rediff.com14 Jun 2025

South Africa's batting hero Aiden Markram has taken longer than expected to deliver on his promise, but a match-winning century against Australia in the World Test Championship final is being hailed as the biggest in the country's cricketing history.

Yuvraj Sandhu Finishes At T-46 In Catalunya Championship

Yuvraj Sandhu Finishes At T-46 In Catalunya Championship

Rediff.com22 hours ago

Yuvraj Sandhu finished the third round of the Estrella Damm Catalunya Championship with an even par 72, placing him at T-46. Despite a strong start, a double bogey and a late bogey impacted his position on the leaderboard.

Coetzee Replaces Injured Payne In Sunrisers Hyderabad Squad

Coetzee Replaces Injured Payne In Sunrisers Hyderabad Squad

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Sunrisers Hyderabad have signed Gerald Coetzee as a replacement for the injured David Payne for the remainder of the IPL season.

IPL 2026 DC vs PBKS: DC's Ngidi stable after injury scare, to be discharged soon

IPL 2026 DC vs PBKS: DC's Ngidi stable after injury scare, to be discharged soon

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

There were anxious moments at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on Saturday after Lungi Ngidi suffered a serious fall and was taken off the field on a stretcher during the Delhi Capitals vs Punjab Kings game in the Indian Premier League.

'Call Klaasen now' for WC 2027: Pietersen urges

'Call Klaasen now' for WC 2027: Pietersen urges

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Former England cricketer Kevin Pietersen has urged the South African team management to get Heinrich Klaasen out of international cricket retirement in their bid to lift the ICC Cricket World Cup 2027 title on home soil.

Why Rassie van der Dussen Retired From International Cricket

Why Rassie van der Dussen Retired From International Cricket

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

South African batter Rassie van der Dussen, 37, has announced his retirement from international cricket after being left out of the centrally-contracted list. He will continue to play domestic cricket for the Lions.

IPL 2026: Gujarat Titans sign Connor Esterhuizen as Banton Replacement

IPL 2026: Gujarat Titans sign Connor Esterhuizen as Banton Replacement

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

South African wicketkeeper batter Connor Esterhuizen has been signed by Gujarat Titans as a replacement for Englishman Tom Banton, who has been ruled out of the Indian Premier League owing to a finger injury.

Rhodes hails new-age fielding, says game has evolved

Rhodes hails new-age fielding, says game has evolved

Rediff.com1 May 2026

Jonty Rhodes reflects on the evolution of fielding, praising modern cricketers' athleticism and boundary skills while admitting the game has moved to another level.

4 South Africa players depart; 9 West Indies stars leave for home

4 South Africa players depart; 9 West Indies stars leave for home

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

The ICC said the South African contingent had begun departing for home on Wednesday with "four players and five family members having boarded the flight".

IPL 2026: Ngidi's first message after nasty head injury

IPL 2026: Ngidi's first message after nasty head injury

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Lungi Ngidi says "all good" after head injury scare during Delhi Capitals vs Punjab Kings IPL 2026 clash; pacer discharged from hospital.

Stranded West Indies, South Africa players to leave India on Tuesday

Stranded West Indies, South Africa players to leave India on Tuesday

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

The West Indies and South Africa cricket teams are scheduled to leave India after being stranded due to travel restrictions caused by the Middle East conflict following their T20 World Cup campaigns.

Why Modern Batters Struggle Against Hard Lengths: Steyn

Why Modern Batters Struggle Against Hard Lengths: Steyn

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Dale Steyn analyses Delhi Capitals' batting collapse in the IPL, suggesting modern batters are not adequately prepared for hard lengths, a weakness exploited by bowlers like Josh Hazlewood and Bhuvneshwar Kumar.

Muthusamy's return: A bold move by South African Cricket

Muthusamy's return: A bold move by South African Cricket

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

South Africa have recalled all-rounder Senuran Muthusamy to their 15-player squad for next month's two-Test tour of Bangladesh as one of three frontline spin options.

Yuvraj Sandhu Makes The Cut At Catalunya Championship

Yuvraj Sandhu Makes The Cut At Catalunya Championship

Rediff.com2 days ago

Yuvraj Sandhu was the only Indian golfer to make the cut at the Estrella Damm Catalunya Championship, while Shubhankar Sharma and Veer Ahlawat missed the cut. Stefano Mazzoli and Lucas Bjerregaard lead the tournament.

South African wicket-keeper Klaasen quits Test cricket

South African wicket-keeper Klaasen quits Test cricket

Rediff.com8 Jan 2024

Cricket South Africa's Director of Cricket Enoch Nkwe confirmed Klaasen was still part of their white ball plans.

SRH Look to Extend Home Momentum Against Inconsistent DC

SRH Look to Extend Home Momentum Against Inconsistent DC

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

Sunrisers Hyderabad will look to capitalise on their home advantage when they face Delhi Capitals in a crucial mid-table Indian Premier League clash. Both teams are level on points, making this a key match for their IPL campaign.

Diksha Dagar Leads Indian Contingent at Joburg Ladies Open

Diksha Dagar Leads Indian Contingent at Joburg Ladies Open

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

Diksha Dagar leads a five-member Indian team at the Joburg Ladies Open, a Ladies European Tour and Sunshine Ladies Tour co-sanctioned event. Other Indian players include Avani Prashanth, Pranavi Urs, Hitaashee Bakshi, and Tvesa Malik.

Travel chaos ends: Proteas, Windies squads fly home after Gulf airspace crisis

Travel chaos ends: Proteas, Windies squads fly home after Gulf airspace crisis

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

The International Cricket Council confirmed that stranded players from the South Africa national cricket team and West Indies cricket team have finally left India after Gulf airspace closures during the West Asia conflict disrupted travel following the ICC Men's T20 World Cup.

Mumbai Indians sign Keshav Maharaj as Santner's replacement

Mumbai Indians sign Keshav Maharaj as Santner's replacement

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

South African spinner Keshav Maharaj has been signed by Mumbai Indians as a replacement for New Zealand's Mitchell Santner, who sustained a shoulder injury during a match against Chennai Super Kings.

'Like batting against a bowling machine': Finn Allen's maiden IPL ton

'Like batting against a bowling machine': Finn Allen's maiden IPL ton

Rediff.com1 days ago

Finn Allen's unbeaten 47-ball IPL century powered KKR to an eight-wicket win over Delhi Capitals, with Mark Boucher and Piyush Chawla praising the Kiwi opener's explosive batting display.

Udayan Mane Tied for Lead After Bogey-Free Start in South Africa

Udayan Mane Tied for Lead After Bogey-Free Start in South Africa

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Udayan Mane, Milind Soni and Manav Shah are tied for the lead at the IGPL Invitational South Africa after the first day. Gaganjeet Bhullar and Karandeep Kochhar are also in contention.

Conway, bowlers star as New Zealand thrash South Africa to go level

Conway, bowlers star as New Zealand thrash South Africa to go level

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Devon Conway scored a crucial 60 while Lockie Ferguson and Ben Sears starred with the ball as New Zealand national cricket team beat South Africa national cricket team by 68 runs in the second T20I to level the series.

Diksha Dagar Moves Into Contention At MCB Ladies Classic

Diksha Dagar Moves Into Contention At MCB Ladies Classic

Rediff.com3 May 2026

Indian golfer Diksha Dagar played a solid bogey-free 3-under 69 to move into title contention at the MCB Ladies Classic - Mauritius on the Ladies European Tour.

'It was fun, I enjoyed it': CSK's Dewald Brevis back in form

'It was fun, I enjoyed it': CSK's Dewald Brevis back in form

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

Dewald Brevis discusses his return to competitive cricket after injury, his confidence boost from CSK's win over KKR, and his admiration for teammate Ayush Mhatre.

IPL 2026: Lungi Ngidi to bolster Delhi Capitals' bowling attack vs Chennai Super Kings

IPL 2026: Lungi Ngidi to bolster Delhi Capitals' bowling attack vs Chennai Super Kings

Rediff.com6 days ago

Delhi Capitals' bowling coach Munaf Patel confirms Lungi Ngidi's return after recovering from a head injury, boosting the team's bowling attack ahead of their game against Chennai Super Kings.

Shafali Verma Rises To 6th In T20I Rankings

Shafali Verma Rises To 6th In T20I Rankings

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

India opener Shafali Verma has climbed two places to sixth in the ICC Women's T20I Batting Rankings after her half-century against South Africa.

IPL 2026: RCB's 'squad of fighters' will ease pressure on Virat Kohli, says De Villiers

IPL 2026: RCB's 'squad of fighters' will ease pressure on Virat Kohli, says De Villiers

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

AB de Villiers believes Royal Challengers Bengaluru have the squad depth to support Virat Kohli and defend their IPL title, while Anil Kumble anticipates Kohli adding new shots to his repertoire.

Uncapped South African replaces Rana at Rajasthan Royals

Uncapped South African replaces Rana at Rajasthan Royals

Rediff.com8 May 2025

Rajasthan Royals have named young wicketkeeper Lhuan-dre Pretorius from South Africa as a replacement for injured Nitish Rana for the remainder of the Indian Premier League.

Faf, Jonty, Klaasen buy team in new T20 league

Faf, Jonty, Klaasen buy team in new T20 league

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Faf du Plessis, Jonty Rhodes, and Heinrich Klaasen have invested in the Rotterdam franchise in the European T20 Premier League, with du Plessis also leading the team.

T20 World Cup: New Zealand storm into final with crushing win over South Africa

T20 World Cup: New Zealand storm into final with crushing win over South Africa

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Kolkata's 'Knight Rider' Allen blows away South Africa, takes NZ into final

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.

IPL 2026: 'Batting at his peak': Pathan hails Samson's game awareness

IPL 2026: 'Batting at his peak': Pathan hails Samson's game awareness

Rediff.com4 days ago

Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan has lauded Sanju Samson's current form, particularly after his match-winning innings for Chennai Super Kings against Delhi Capitals in the Indian Premier League. Pathan highlighted Samson's game awareness and ability to finish matches under pressure.

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 Mar 2026

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

IPL 2026: Lucknow Super Giants draft in George Linde after Hasaranga injury

IPL 2026: Lucknow Super Giants draft in George Linde after Hasaranga injury

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

Lucknow Super Giants have signed South African all-rounder George Linde as a replacement for Sri Lanka's Wanindu Hasaranga, who has been ruled out of the ongoing Indian Premier League due to injury.