England bowled out for just 131 in embarrassing first ODI loss to South Africa England’s chosen XI turned in an error-strewn and incoherent effort at Headingley Evening Standard · Sep 2, 2025
England bowled out for just 131 by South Africa on their return to ODI duty Jamie Smith (54) top-scored as he continued his new role as opener but it was a solitary effort as the rest of the order toppled in timid fashion The Independent UK · Sep 2, 2025
Community Shield brings hopes and fears but also an end to summer of civility After marvelling at Lions and Lionesses, Alcaraz and McIlroy, attention returns to English football and all its cynicism The Guardian - UK · Aug 9, 2025
Sports quiz of the week: Wimbledon, Euro 2025, PSG v Chelsea and the Open Have you been following the big stories in football, tennis, cricket, golf, boxing, rugby and motor sport? The Guardian - UK · Jul 11, 2025
Jofra Archer could help England unsettle India, says Stuart Broad The former England paceman says the tourists have been ‘borderline perfect’ in the series to date. The Independent UK · Jul 8, 2025
Wiaan Mulder Praised for 'Selfless Declaration' After Falling Short of Brian Lara's Record South Africa's Wiaan Mulder declared on 367, just 33 runs shy of Brian Lara's Test record. His decision, seen as selfless and team-focused, has earned widespread admiration from cricket fans. International Business Times UK · Jul 8, 2025
Let legends keep the records – Wiaan Mulder happy not to chase Brian Lara’s 400 Mulder opted to bring an end to his innings 33 runs shy of Lara’s landmark. The Independent UK · Jul 7, 2025
Wiaan Mulder declares 33 runs short of Brian Lara's iconic test record Mulder felt Lara deserved to keep the record Evening Standard · Jul 7, 2025
South Africa’s Mulder declares on 367 and says ‘legend’ Lara should keep Test record South Africa’s Wiaan Mulder scored an unbeaten 367 against Zimbabwe before the stand-in captain remarkably declared just shy of Brian Lara’s Test record The Guardian - UK · Jul 7, 2025
Wiaan Mulder smashes highest Test score by South African - but denies himself chance to chase Brian Lara’s all-time record Standing in as South Africa captain, Mulder appeared primed to go past Lara’s tally of 400 not out but still rewrote the record books The Independent UK · Jul 7, 2025
Markram and Bavuma steer South Africa to verge of stunning WTC upset against Australia A brilliant unbeaten partnership between Aiden Markram and an injured Temba Bavuma has taken South Africa to within 69 runs of World Test Championship glory The Guardian - UK · Jun 13, 2025
South Africa defy the doubters and Australia to close in on remarkable Test triumph Aiden Markram’s magnificent unbeaten 102 helped South Africa edge closer to World Test Championship final triumph The Independent UK · Jun 13, 2025
IPL 2025: Mitchell Starc wreaks havoc, Faf du Plessis fires in Delhi Capitals dominant win over Sunrisers Hyderabad Left-arm pacer Mitchell Starc delivered a sensational spell of 5-35, while vice-captain Faf du Plessis smashed a rapid 27-ball half-century as Delhi Capitals registered a commanding seven-wicket victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam. The win keeps DC unbeaten in IPL 2025. The Times of India · Mar 30, 2025
New Zealand vs South Africa: Champions Trophy semifinal showdown in Lahore New Zealand and South Africa face off in a crucial Champions Trophy semifinal, both teams seeking to overcome their history of falling short in major tournaments. The Times of India · Mar 4, 2025
The Times of India · Mar 2, 2025 Champions Trophy Digest: South Africa storm into semis; India vs New Zealand to decide final match-ups The Champions Trophy semi-final picture is almost complete, with South Africa sealing their spot on Saturday with a commanding seven-wicket win over England in Karachi. Wiaan Mulder (3-25) and Marco Jansen (3-39) dismantled England's batting lineup, bundling them out for a meager 179 in 38.2 overs. South Africa then chased…
Al Jazeera · Mar 1, 2025 ICC Champions Trophy 2025: South Africa’s win ends Afghanistan hopes South Africa beat England by seven wickets in Lahore to reach Champions Trophy semifinals while eliminating Afghanistan.
The Independent UK · Mar 1, 2025 Jos Buttler reign set to end with a whimper as England dismissed for 179 England face the ignominy of exiting a major tournament at the group stage without a win for the first time.
The Times of India · Feb 9, 2025 New Zealand among strongest teams in Champions Trophy after India: R Ashwin NEW DELHI: Spin great R Ashwin has identified India and New Zealand as the leading contenders for the upcoming Champions Trophy while cautioning against underestimating Australia despite their recent player injuries.
The Times of India · Feb 5, 2025 South Africa get Coetzee boost for tri-series in Pakistan Fit-again fast bowler Gerald Coetzee has been named in a depleted South African squad for their opening fixture of the tri-series in Pakistan, which precedes the Champions Trophy.
The Times of India · Jan 15, 2025 'Winning the first two games gives confidence': Imran Tahir shows optimism after Super Kings beat Super Giants in SA20 Imran Tahir showcased his brilliance at 45, helping the Joburg Super Kings (JSK) secure a 28-run victory over Durban's Super Giants in their SA20 clash on Tuesday. The veteran spinner's stunning diving catch to dismiss Wiaan Mulder epitomised JSK's determination and energy.
The Times of India · Jan 13, 2025 Champions Trophy 2025: Ryan Rickelton, Tristan Stubbs make the cut as South Africa announce 15-member squad South Africa's white-ball head coach, Rob Walter, on Monday unveiled a 15-member squad for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, set to be held in Pakistan and the UAE from February 19 to March 9.
The Independent UK · Jan 2, 2025 Who is Kwena Maphaka? Teenage fast bowler set to become South Africa’s youngest ever Test cricketer The teenage left-arm fast bowler has made a rapid rise into the professional ranks
The Independent UK · Dec 30, 2024 South Africa’s glorious revival is a fitting end to a year that gave Test cricket new life An unpredictable year ended with Temba Bavuma’s side making the World Test Championship final with a nail-biting win over Pakistan
The Times of India · Oct 22, 2024 Kyle Verreynne century puts South Africa in driving seat against Bangladesh in first Test NEW DELHI: South African wicket-keeper Kyle Verreynne's determined century helped his team establish a commanding position on the second day of the first Test against Bangladesh at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Dhaka.
The Times of India · Sep 18, 2024 Afghanistan bundle South Africa out for 106 in first ODI NEW DELHI: South Africa narrowly escaped setting a new record for their lowest score in a one-day international, managing to score a paltry 106 runs before being bowled out by Afghanistan in the first ODI at Sharjah on Wednesday.