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South Africa vow to conquer ‘Bazball’ but Ben Stokes calm over clash of styles as England prepare for Tests

South Africa captain Dean Elgar has reiterated his belief that England’s style of play – dubbed ‘Bazball’ – could leave them “not looking very good”, after his counterpart Ben Stokes vowed to leave the talking to their opponents.

Evening Standard

Ben Stokes happy to see South Africa ‘keep talking’ about England’s new approach

Ben Stokes happy to see South Africa ‘keep talking’ about England’s new approach

The two teams meet in the first Test at Lord’s on Wednesday

The Independent UK

Voldemort effect of ‘Bazball’ only emphasises why England series with South Africa is a captivating prospect

Voldemort effect of ‘Bazball’ only emphasises why England series with South Africa is a captivating prospect

There was a moment of levity as the dictaphones and cameras were arranged before South Africa head coach Mark Boucher’s pre-Test press conference.

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Sam Billings aims "stupid" dig at South Africa captain Dean Elgar over 'Bazball' jibe

South Africa captain Dean Elgar has dismissed England's new positive and aggressive brand of cricket ahead of their three-match Test series, stating he would "like to see them do it against our seamers"

South Africa ready to test England’s bold new era – just don’t mention Bazball

South Africa captain Dean Elgar has shown little time for England’s revolution under Brendon McCullum and Ben Stokes ahead of an intriguing first Test at Lord’s on Wednesday

The Independent UK

Dean Elgar: ‘England’s style can go two ways. It can go south quickly’

South Africa captain looks forward to the upcoming Test series and is undaunted by the prospect of Bazball

The Guardian - UK

Leaner Ollie Robinson makes case for England Test team as Craig Overton also impresses in England Lions match

Watching the Lions take on the tourists at Canterbury, England coach Brendon McCullum was treated to impressive performances from the returning Ollie Robinson and Craig Overton, who is also in the squad for next week’s first Test against South Africa.

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Sam Billings aiming to use England Lions game to push for Test recall

Sam Billings aiming to use England Lions game to push for Test recall

The wicketkeeper will captain the side for the tour match against South Africa

The Independent UK

SA vs Ban, 2nd Test | Taijul Islam takes six wickets but South Africa in control of match

SA vs Ban, 2nd Test | Taijul Islam takes six wickets but South Africa in control of match

Bangladesh are still 314 runs behind their hosts’ total of 453

South Africa's Dean Elgar tells Bangladesh to "harden up" in belittling sledging rant

South Africa's Dean Elgar tells Bangladesh to "harden up" in belittling sledging rant

South Africa were accused of "deplorable" sledging by Bangladesh and captain Dean Elgar has fired back at the claims ahead of the two sides' clash in the second Test

South Africa vs Bangladesh | Bavuma steadies hosts to 233-4 on Day 1

South Africa vs Bangladesh | Bavuma steadies hosts to 233-4 on Day 1

Bavuma took control but will be the subject of yet more focus on the second day having converted just one of his half-centuries into a century in eight years of playing Tests

South Africa’s first choice pick IPL over Bangladesh Test series; fail Dean Elgar’s “litmus test of loyalty”

South Africa’s first choice pick IPL over Bangladesh Test series; fail Dean Elgar’s “litmus test of loyalty”

Khaya Zondo gets maiden test call-up alongside uncapped right-arm fast bowler Daryn Dupavillon for South Africa

Dean Elgar insists South Africa will 'support' Mark Boucher ahead of racism hearing

Dean Elgar insists South Africa will 'support' Mark Boucher ahead of racism hearing

South Africa head coach Mark Boucher will have a disciplinary hearing in May after being charged with gross misconduct over "allegations of discrimination and racism"

South Africa’s magnificent tale of resurgence

South Africa’s magnificent tale of resurgence

Elgar leads from the front as the Proteas silence detractors with a comeback win

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