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Was rugby better in the old days? Try watching it and you will soon find out

The game is infinitely more skilful and entertaining than in the past and nostalgists should be careful what they wish for

The Guardian - UK

British safari guide spent night clinging to truck in crocodile-infested waters in South Africa

Mike Turner, originally from Cumbria, was trapped for 16 hours

Evening Standard

India vs South Africa 2nd Test: Rohit Sharma faces critical decisions as Team India aims to bounce back against South Africa

NEW DELHI: As Team India looks to level the series against South Africa in the second Test starting on Wednesday, captain Rohit Sharma faces crucial decisions to rejuvenate the team's prospects.

The Times of India

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More money, more problems: Debate on Black Tax in African football returns

For footballers, ‘Black Tax’ has become endemic but the matter has usually been discussed in hushed tones or privately.

Al Jazeera

Coca-Cola in Africa: a long history full of unexpected twists and turns

A new book called Bottled: How Coca-Cola Became African tells the story of how the world’s most famous carbonated drink conquered the continent. It’s a tale of marketing gumption and high politics and is the product of years of research by critical writing lecturer Sara Byala, who researches histories of…

The Conversation

'Obviously they don't care': Steve Waugh expresses concerns over Test cricket's future

NEW DELHI: Former Australia captain Steve Waugh has voiced concerns over the future of Test cricket, expressing dismay at Cricket South Africa's (CSA) decision to send a shadow side to New Zealand for a Test tour while their top players participate in a domestic T20 tournament.

The Times of India

Elgar Bids To Bow Out On Winning Note And Seal Series Win

Dean Elgar will bid to bring the curtain down on his Test career by skippering South Africa to victory in the second and final Test against an India side who are likely to make at least two changes.

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Australia won't ride another roller-coaster like Warner

David Warner's development from overnight T20 star to the hardest opener to replace in world Test cricket has been a roller-coaster ride like no other.

AAP

South Africa aim for Dean Elgar's Test farewell victory against India in series decider

NEW DELHI: South Africa are gearing up for the second and final Test against India at Newlands, with Dean Elgar set to bid farewell to his Test career as the captain.

The Times of India

Peter Magubane, a South African photographer who captured 40 years of apartheid, dies at age 91

Peter Magubane, a fearless photographer who captured the violence and horror of South Africa’s brutal apartheid era of racial oppression, and was entrusted with documenting Nelson Mandela’s first years of freedom after his release from prison, has died

The Independent UK

An incredible experience for Japanese cricket trio

Three Japanese female cricketers experience South African cricket ahead of Global Cricket Tournament, with hopes of developing women's cricket in Japan.

The Hindu

I tried to mould my technique on Kohli, Rohit: Bedingham

David Bedingham, South African cricketer, looks up to Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma for technique and is delighted to now play against them. He also talks about his First Class cricket experience and his fine debut against India.

The Hindu

'Skill is one thing, but he has...': Allan Donald reveals what makes Kagiso Rabada a special bowler

NEW DELHI: Former fast bowling legend Allan Donald believes that Kagiso Rabada's relentless drive for success and his flawless technique in releasing the ball position makes him as a modern-day legend for South Africa.

The Times of India

Steve Waugh slams South Africa for naming depleted squad, ICC for not caring about Test cricket

Former Australia skipper Steve Waugh has slammed the International Cricket Council and top cricket boards, including the BCCI, for not caring about Test cricket after South Africa named a depleted red-ball squad for the tour of New Zealand, prioritising its T20 league over the longest format.

The Hindu

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Al Jazeera

Israel’s war on Gaza: List of key events, day 87

Israel rejects South Africa’s ICJ claim and the world protests on New Year’s Eve – here are the latest updates.

The Times of India

'If you're Rohit Sharma and...': Irfan Pathan wants India captain to go for this player in place of R Ashwin in second Test

NEW DELHI: India faced a tough defeat in the first Test of the two-match series, succumbing by an innings and 32 runs within three days at Centurion's SuperSport Park on Thursday. With this massive win, South Africa secured an unassailable 1-0 lead in the two-match series, dashing India's hopes of…

The Times of India

Watch: Mohammed Siraj wishes Happy New Year as Team India arrives in Cape Town for 2nd Test against South Africa

NEW DELHI: The Indian cricket team landed in Cape Town ahead of the second Test starting from Wednesday at Newlands.

International Business Times

Israel-Hamas Conflict: Iran Reportedly Sends Destroyer To Red Sea; US Sinks Houthi Boats

It's Day 87 of the Israel-Hamas war, and Hamas continued to fire rockets toward Israel on New Year's Day. Yemen's rebel army also pursued its disruption of Red Sea shipping, and Hezbollah carried out attacks toward northern Israel that displaced thousands of residents.

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The Hindu

Dean Elgar | A sense of emancipation and a touch of enterprise

Dean Elgar leads South Africa in his farewell Test, after a career of 84 Tests & a brilliant 185 in the first Test.

The Times of India

Indian pacers' creativity will be tested in Cape Town: Allan Donald

CAPE TOWN: The Indian pace bowlers were not patient on a good bowling surface during the opening Test against South Africa, a virtue they will need in abundance on a batting paradise at Newlands, where spinners will have little role to play, reckoned legendary Allan Donald.

The Times of India

Watch: Team India gears up for 2nd Test against South Africa

NEW DELHI: The Indian cricket team hit the nets ahead of the second Test starting from Wednesday at Newlands in Cape Town.

International Business Times

South Africa's Fire-gutted Parliament A Reminder Of Country's Woes

Charred beams and broken tiles still poke out from the gutted roof of South Africa's parliament in Cape Town two years after it was engulfed by a devastating fire.

The Hindu

India in South Africa | Rohit, Jadeja have a stint in the nets

Indian team trains at SuperSport Park for 2nd Test; Shardul Thakur hit on shoulder, Coetzee ruled out with pelvic inflammation.

The Independent UK

Texan arrested in South Africa after police say they found 26 rhino carcasses on his ranch

Derek Lewitton of Texas is facing charges related to wildlife trafficking, firearms and alleged possession of rhinoceros horns

The Hindu

India in South Africa | Debutant Burger casts a spell, indeed!

South African seamer Nandre Burger made his T20I, ODI and Test debut in a fortnight, taking 7 wickets in his first Test match & earning an IPL contract.

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