The Latest Breaking News from South Africa

South Africa return just a process at the moment, my operated arm needs to regain strength, says Faf du Plessis

Although the prospect of returning to the South African national team is tempting for him, former captain Faf du Plessis is determined to restore his peak fitness and refine his game before earnestly entertaining such aspirations.

The Times of India · Dec 8, 2023

ICC rates pitches for ODI World Cup final, one semifinal as ‘average’

MUMBAI: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has given an ‘average’ rating to the pitches for ODI World Cup final between India and Australia at the Narendra Modi Stadium and the second semifinal of the tournament between Australia and South Africa at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata.

The Times of India · Dec 8, 2023

Interview | Virat is the best batter in the world and Rohit is great for the game, says Dr. Ali Bacher

Dr. Ali Bacher, 81, is a cricketer, administrator, and passionate advocate for South African cricket. He follows the tough domestic games and will be watching the India-South Africa series with great enthusiasm. He believes India has the best chance of winning the Test series due to their strong bowling attack.…

The Hindu · Dec 7, 2023

Cummins, Smith sound Test alarm over franchise clashes

Australian players have admitted concern over the future of Test cricket, with South Africa prioritising franchise cricket over a looming national team tour.

AAP · Dec 6, 2023

COP28: South Africa pioneered plans to transition to renewable energy – what went wrong

South Africa’s experience in piloting a new type of climate finance vehicle can inform debates about how to fund a just transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy.

The Conversation · Dec 6, 2023

Kissinger’s obsession with Chile enabled a murderous dictatorship that still haunts the country

Noticing my nonappearance at the start of a black-tie dinner at the Johannesburg home of Harry Oppenheimer, a mining magnate and Africa’s richest man, the host assumed I was boycotting the event on principle. It was a reasonable assumption: I was the Chilean ambassador to South Africa, and Henry Kissinger…

The Conversation · Dec 6, 2023

'Every batsmen will have...': Rahul Dravid reveals India batters' strategy for South Africa series

NEW DELHI: India's head coach Rahul Dravid has set the tone for the upcoming month-long tour of South Africa, urging each player to make a match-winning contribution in the series.

The Times of India · Dec 6, 2023

Too much cricket is affecting development of all-rounders: Jacques Kallis

NEW DELHI: Jacques Kallis, one of the last multi-skilled legends, says quality all-rounders have become a scarcity in modern-day cricket, especially in Test cricket, because of "too much cricket across formats".

The Times of India · Dec 6, 2023

I can return to international cricket: Faf du Plessis

NEW DELHI: Ahead of the upcoming T20 World Cup, former South Africa captain Faf du Plessis has hinted at a return to international cricket, stating that he has been in discussions with Porteas' white-ball coach Rob Walter for the past few years.

The Times of India · Dec 6, 2023

‘We want to win’: South African rugby sets its sights on European glory

Khutha Mchunu says the Bulls are focused on becoming the first non‑European team to win the Champions Cup, before Saracens visit on Saturday

The Guardian - UK · Dec 6, 2023