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England’s ‘benchmark’ win was built on pragmatism and flexibility

Hosts’ dominance in second Test dispelled notions of a hell-raising approach under Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum

The Guardian - UK

Ollie Robinson reveals ‘mindset change’ inspired fitness overhaul ahead of England recall

Positives abound for England in the wake of their series-levelling win against South Africa at Old Trafford: a baby step for the struggling Zak Crawley; a second Test ton for Ben Foakes; and Ben Stokes’ first outstanding all-round performance as captain.

Evening Standard

Ollie Robinson has become a ‘gym freak’ to put England career back on track

The seamer put the finishing touch to the second Test victory over South Africa on his return to the team.

The Independent UK

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Tonight's rugby news as Sam Warburton 'astonished' at controversial tackle and Wales star ready for new chapter

Here's your rugby evening headlines for Sunday, 28 August

Wales Online

Ben Stokes: England’s second Test win over South Africa is the benchmark

England captain Ben Stokes praised his side for producing a “benchmark” performance that swept South Africa aside inside three days at Emirates Old Trafford. Stokes started his reign with four adrenaline-fuelled run chases against New Zealand and India before crashing back to earth with a thumping defeat by the Proteas…

Evening Standard

Golfers forced to stop play after lions and hyenas eat dead giraffe on fairway

Early birds about to tee-off at the Skukuza Golf Club in the middle of South Africa’s biggest game reserve were warned of a feeding frenzy taking place after an early morning kill

Daily Mirror

South Africa has a plan to make its public service professional. It's time to act on it

A professional, efficient and effective public service is key to a government’s ability to deliver on its mandate. That’s why South Africa’s constitution requires that the public service be institutionalised as a profession. Appointments must be based on merit and public servants are supposed to be honest, neutral and fair.

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Today's rugby news as Australia star branded a 'disgrace' and told to apologise as Michael Cheika fires back at All Blacks boss

It was a lively Saturday in the Rugby Championship as South Africa lost in Australia and Argentina made history in New Zealand

Wales Online

South Africans respond after Meghan Markle says fire broke out in Archie's room

Meghan Markle has been blasted by some South Africans after recalling an incident that left her 'shaken' on her new Spotify podcast - though others praised her for telling the story

Daily Mirror

Ben Stokes praises England’s ‘amazing team performance’ against South Africa

The captain hailed his side’s bouncebackability after England thrashed South Africa by an innings in less than three days in the second Test

The Guardian - UK

Dean Elgar hints at South Africa changes after England loss but insists good sides do not panic

South Africa skipper Dean Elgar warned that Rassie van der Dussen dropping out with a broken finger may not be the only change to their batting order for the decider against England at the Kia Oval on September 8.

Evening Standard

Ben Stokes believes England made ‘real progress’ in thumping second Test win over South Africa

Ben Stokes hailed England’s performance in their series-levelling innings win over South Africa at Old Trafford as their best under his captaincy, and a new “benchmark” that showed their evolution as a team.

Evening Standard

Record for Anderson and redemption for Robinson as Stokes inspires England win

South Africa were beaten by an innings at Old Trafford to level the three-Test series with one to play.

The Independent UK

Dean Elgar demands more from middle order as South Africa slump to heavy loss

The Proteas were beaten by an innings and 85 runs inside three days in the second Test.

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England’s second Test win over South Africa is the benchmark, says Ben Stokes

England recovered from losing the first Test to win inside three days at Old Trafford

The Guardian - UK

James Anderson the master sends his theatre into raptures once again

England’s talismanic bowler caught the guts of Old Trafford with an around-the-wicket beauty to dismiss Dean Elgar

Daily Mirror

5 talking points as Ben Stokes stars in brilliant England win over South Africa

England beat South Africa by an innings and 85 runs in second Test at Old Trafford to level the series ahead of a decider at the Oval

Daily Mirror

James Anderson enjoying 'new lease of life at 40' under Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum

James Anderson starred with the ball in England's innings win over South Africa at Old Trafford, picking up figures 6-62 in the match as Ben Stokes' side levelled the series

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The Hindu

England finishes off South Africa for big win in 2nd test

England quickly cleaned up South Africa’s tail with the new ball to confirm a resounding innings win in the second test to level series

The Hindu

Eng vs SA 2nd Test | England finishes off South Africa with innings win

England beat South Africa by an innings and 85 runs inside three days as James Anderson and Ollie Robinson combined to take the last five South African wickets in just 5.1 overs of the new ball

Evening Standard

England steamroll South Africa to set up perfectly poised final Test after sides exchange innings victories

An innings victory inside three days for South Africa at Lords; an innings victory inside three days for England at Old Trafford; a series beautifully poised as it heads for a decider at the Kia Oval.

The Independent UK

Ben Stokes double strike key as England beat South Africa inside three days

England bowled South Africa out for 179 to win by an innings and 85 runs and level the three-Test series at 1-1.

Daily Mirror

England thrash South Africa as captain Ben Stokes stars in stunning innings win

England have beaten South Africa by an innings and 85 runs after brilliant contributions from Ben Stokes, Ben Foakes, Ollie Robinson, James Anderson and Stuart Broad

Daily Mirror

James Anderson breaks another record as England seamer continues to star at 40

James Anderson has broken another record previously held by Australia legend Glenn McGrath in the second Test between England and South Africa

Daily Mirror

England star James Anderson delivers cheeky response to Stuart Broad question

James Anderson and Stuart Broad are close friends, but Anderson could not resist taking a cheeky dig at Broad when the pair were interviewed in the matchday programme for the second England vs South Africa Test

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