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Watch VideoAnrich Nortje highlights income's key role in the club vs country, IPL debate

Anrich Nortje discusses the crucial role of income in the ongoing club vs country debate as the IPL's new scheduling conflicts with South Africa's World Test Championship preparations.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoProteas quick Anrich Nortje ‘loving being in a competitive space again’

Anrich Nortje, thriving on his return to competitive cricket after injury setbacks, aims for a strong comeback and believed in South Africa's chances of success in the World Test Championship final at Lord’s.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Anrich Nortje's return to fitness in IPL will put smile on Proteas coach Shukri Conrad's face

Anrich Nortje makes a sharp return in the IPL, offering hope amidst the Proteas fast-bowling injury crisis ahead of the World Test Championship final.

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Watch VideoWhy 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.

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Watch VideoHow well will the Proteas be prepared for the Champions Trophy?

Though competing in the SA20 will be better than playing a Test series immediately prior to the 50-over tournament, it’s far from ideal.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoAre the Proteas in Champions Trophy trouble with so many fast bowlers out injured?

As Gerald Coetzee was ruled out of the SA20 over the weekend, it paints a bleak picture of the fast bowling stocks for the Proteas at the moment.

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Watch VideoShould the Proteas take a leap of faith on Kwena Maphaka at Champions Trophy?

It may be a big gamble to call on Kwena Maphaka for the ICC Champions Trophy, but it may be worth taking the risk on the teenager.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoHindsight is 20/20, but why do the Proteas keep picking Anrich Nortje?

In hindsight, it was a surprise Anrich Nortje was included at all in the Proteas squad for the ICC Champions Trophy next month.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoCOMMENT: Proteas’ Kwena Maphaka strikes fear into opposition, and he’s just getting started

Not only is Kwena Maphaka unique in that he is a left-arm quick of which there are not many in South Africa, the fact that he can already bowl so quickly at such a young age speaks to his massive potential.

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Michael Sherman|Published