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SA vs IND, 2nd Test| Temba Bavuma out of Cape Town Test; Dean Elgar to lead South Africa

India vs South Africa: As Temba Bavuma has been ruled out of South Africa’s second Test against India, Zubayr Hamza, who last played a Test in February 2022, has been added to the squad.

The Hindu · Dec 28, 2023

India slip to fifth spot in WTC table after embarrassing defeat against South Africa

NEW DELHI: South Africa steamrolled India in the Boxing Day Test to register a massive win by an innings and 32 runs inside three days in Centurion on Thursday.

The Times of India · Dec 28, 2023

Jasprit Bumrah didn't get required support: Rohit Sharma

NEW DELHI: India captain Rohit Sharma expressed his dismay at the lack of support for Jasprit Bumrah from the other end. He highlighted that there was no justification for conceding over 400 runs on a bowling-friendly track, especially when the South African speedsters demonstrated how to approach the task effectively.

The Times of India · Dec 28, 2023

IND vs SA, 1st Test: Dean Elgar, Marco Jansen put South Africa on top vs India

NEW DELHI: Dean Elgar and Marco Jansen formed a formidable partnership, propelling South Africa's lead on the third day of the opening Test against India at SuperSport Park in Centurion.

The Times of India · Dec 28, 2023

Mbongeni Ngema, South African playwright and creator of 'Sarafina!,' has died at 68

Renowned South African playwright Mbongeni Ngema was killed in a car crash, his family said. He was best known for creating the hit "Sarafina!," which premiered on Broadway in 1988.

WEKU · Dec 28, 2023

'Sarafina!' celebrated South African playwright Mbongeni Ngema dies in car crash at 68

The family of renowned South African playwright, producer and composer Mbongeni Ngema said he has died in a car crash at the age of 68

The Independent UK · Dec 28, 2023

The year in World Cups: how South Africa won rugby’s battle of fine margins

Springboks and their inspirational captain, Siya Kolisi, won their three knockout games in France by a single point

The Guardian - UK · Dec 28, 2023

India vs South Africa, 1st Test: Rohit Sharma slammed for bizarre tactics on Day 2

NEW DELHI: As play resumed after lunch at Centurion on Wednesday, former Indian coach and all-rounder Ravi Shastri, who is presently providing commentary for the ongoing red-ball series against South Africa, took aim at captain Rohit Sharma's strange on-field strategies.

The Times of India · Dec 28, 2023

India vs South Africa, 1st Test: Dean Elgar's ton in farewell series gives South Africa the lead

South Africa started the day without their two best bowlers. India responded by making their own questionable decision in the post-lunch session. Captain Rohit Sharma made the decision of not bringing on Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj straight away after lunch. He opted for Shardul Thakur and debutant Prasidh Krishna.…

The Times of India · Dec 28, 2023

India vs South Africa, 1st Test: KL Rahul cements Test slot with vital ton

NEW DELHI: KL Rahul (101; 137b, 14x4, 1x6) unfurled a classy, controlled hundred in difficult conditions in Centurion on Wednesday. It’s not just about Rahul stealing the hearts of Indians fans with his seventh Test hundred away from home — he has got just one at home in 25 innings…

The Times of India · Dec 28, 2023