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Proteas' path to glory: Why South Africa should back Australia over India in Champions Trophy semi-final
While their security concerns are legitimate, the double standards at play with the International Cricket Council (ICC) when it comes to India are farcical.
5 players that can turn Proteas Champions Trophy semi against New Zealand
With doubt over the fitness of Aiden Markram, Temba Bavuma and Tony de Zorzi, here are five players that must shine for the Proteas in Lahore.
Proteas out to exorcise demons of 2015 Cricket World Cup against New Zealand
The 2015 Cricket World Cup defeat to New Zealand was a heartbreaking loss that ranks up there with the 1999 Cricket World Cup semi-final tie with Australia which sent South Africa packing.
Australia in Champions Trophy semis as rain hits Afghanistan's chances
Drama unfolds in Lahore as rain forces an early end to a crucial Champions Trophy clash, securing Australia's semi-final spot while leaving Afghanistan's fate hanging precariously on England's performance against South Africa.
Champions Trophy permutations: Only a choke can prevent Proteas from making semi-finals
As the Champions Trophy heats up, the Proteas' chances of advancing to the semi-finals look rosy.
Triumphant Afghanistan knock England out of Champions Trophy
In a stunning Champions Trophy upset, Afghanistan's Ibrahim Zadran smashed a record-breaking 177 while Azmatullah Omarzai's five-wicket haul sealed a dramatic eight-run victory over England.
Proteas need to fight fire with fire against Australia - with or without Heinrich Klaasen
As the Proteas prepare for a crucial Champions Trophy clash, can they overcome Australia's batting prowess despite missing key players?
Proteas cruise to comfortable 107-run victory in Champions Trophy opener against Afghanistan
The Proteas began their ICC Champions Trophy campaign with a commanding 107-run victory over Afghanistan in Karachi on Friday.
Champions Trophy: Ryan Rickelton century leads Proteas' 315-run assault in Karachi
Ryan Rickelton announced himself on the global stage with a magnificent maiden ICC tournament century to power South Africa to an imposing 315/6 in their Champions Trophy opener against Afghanistan on Friday.
Proteas win toss but suffer Heinrich Klaasen blow in Afghanistan Champions Trophy opener
The Proteas are dealt a significant blow as star batsman Heinrich Klaasen is sidelined for their crucial Champions Trophy opener against Afghanistan due to injury.
Can the Proteas overcome Rashid Khan's bag of tricks in Afghanistan Champions Trophy opener?
As the Proteas prepare to face Rashid Khan in Karachi, we explore their past struggles against the Afghan spinner and the conditions that could influence the upcoming ODI.
Afghanistan focused on Proteas despite Gayton McKenzie's call for Champions Trophy boycott
In the face of international pressure, Afghanistan's cricket captain Hashmatullah Shahidi remains resolute, focusing on victory against the Proteas in their Champions Trophy opener.
Why Kagiso Rabada must carry depleted Proteas on his broad shoulders at Champions Trophy
Kagiso Rabada faces the daunting task of leading a depleted Proteas pace attack in the high-stakes 2025 ICC Champions Trophy in Pakistan.
Grandstanding? What happened to the calls to boycott Afghanistan matches at Champions Trophy?
The only entity that could really punish Afghanistan is the ICC itself, and the fact that it has not penalised the nation in any way speaks volumes.
UK government says England should play Afghanistan cricket match
Cabinet minister Lisa Nandy has urged England to go ahead with their ICC Champions Trophy match against Afghanistan.
WATCH: Should South Africa boycott their Champions Trophy match against Afghanistan?
In the Champions Trophy, it will be difficult to imagine South Africa boycotting their match against Afghanistan unless Australia and England also agree to not honour their fixture against the Afghans.
Gayton McKenzie urges Proteas to boycott ICC Champions Trophy clash with Afghanistan over Taliban's ban on women's sport
South African sports minister Gayton McKenzie has called on the Proteas to boycott their ICC Champions Trophy match against Afghanistan.
Shahidi, Bennett star as Afghanistan draw Zimbabwe Test
Zimbabwe made 586 and 142-4 to lead Afghanistan by 29 runs at stumps after the tourists posted 699. Both first innings scores were national records.