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Watch VideoAndrew Hudson warns young Proteas in World Test Championship final: ‘You just know you’re in a fight when facing Aussies’

Former Proteas batter Andrew Hudson believes it is not just an examination of a players’ technical ability, but more mental capacity to keep Australia at bay.

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Zaahier Adams|Published

Watch VideoAB de Villiers calls on Proteas to 'fight fire-with-fire' against Aussies in Lord's World Test final

South African legend AB de Villiers has called on the Proteas to “fight fire with fire” when they face defending champions Australia in the upcoming World Test Championship final at Lord’s.

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Zaahier Adams|Published

Watch VideoAustralia get belligerent bowling band back for WTC final against Proteas

Australia, bolstered by the return of Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood, and Cameron Green, gears up for a thrilling World Test Championship final against the Proteas.

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John Goliath|Published

Watch VideoFormer cricketer Michael Slater sentenced after pleading guilty to domestic violence charges

Michael Slater, once a celebrated Australian cricketer, faces the consequences of his actions with a suspended four-year prison sentence for domestic violence.

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John Goliath|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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John Goliath|Published

Watch VideoTemba Bavuma says winning the WTC would be the ‘cherry on top’ of his Proteas career

Proteas skipper Temba Bavuma believes winning the World Test Championship at Lord's against Australia would be the crowning achievement of his career, following several near-misses at ICC events.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoWhen Temba Bavuma speaks people listen, says Geoffrey Toyana

Proteas skipper Temba Bavuma is celebrated for his calm leadership and off-field contributions, as highlighted by Geoffrey Toyana, with the upcoming World Test Championship a chance to cement his place high up in SA cricket history.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Australian ex-cricketer MacGill found guilty of cocaine supply charge

Former Australian Test cricketer Stuart MacGill was Thursday found guilty of taking part in the supply of cocaine.

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AFP|Published

'Totally unfair': No Champions Trophy final deals one last blow to hosts Pakistan

Pakistan's hopes of hosting its first major cricket final in three decades were dashed as political tensions with India force the Champions Trophy decider to Dubai.

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AFP|Published

Virat Kohli leads India to Champions Trophy final with victory over Australia

Vintage Virat Kohli delivers a masterful 84-run innings as India dramatically chase down Australia's 264 to secure a thrilling four-wicket victory in the Champions Trophy semi-final, setting up a final showdown with either South Africa or New Zealand.

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AFP|Published

Watch VideoProteas' 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.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Watch Video5 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.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoProteas 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.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoIndia flex their ICC muscle again as Proteas travel back to Pakistan

It’s a quite farcical cricket scenario that all India games are played at one venue, which gives them a substantial advantage before they even take the field.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoIt's back to Pakistan for Proteas for Champions Trophy semi-final after India thump New Zealand

Proteas prepare to face New Zealand in the Champions Trophy semi-final in Lahore after India's impressive win over the Black Caps.

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John Goliath|Published

Proteas smash England to cruise into the ICC Champions Trophy semis

The Proteas have booked their place in the ICC Champions Trophy semi-final after a convincing victory over England in Karachi.

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Zaahier Adams|Published

Watch VideoProteas face Champions Trophy semi-final travel nightmare as ICC accommodates India . . . again

Proteas secure semi-final spot but face logistical headaches as ICC bends over backwards for India.

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John Goliath|Updated

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.

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AFP|Published

Watch VideoSA v England: Here’s what you need to know about the Champions Trophy ‘quarter-final’

England may have been knocked out, but the Proteas will have their hands full against them in the ICC Champions Trophy on Saturday.

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Jehran Naidoo|Published

Watch VideoChampions 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.

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John Goliath|Published

Watch VideoWhy a rained out Champions Trophy match wasn’t the worst thing for the Proteas

Though the Proteas may have fancied their chances against Australia in their Champions Trophy match, the shared point was certainly a better result than a loss.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Proteas face Australia in crucial ICC clash

Temba Bavuma’s men come up against arch-foes Australia in a Pool B clash that will go a long way in deciding both team’s chances of progressing to the semi-finals.

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Zaahier Adams|Published

Watch Video5 players that can turn Proteas-Australia Champions Trophy clash

While the India-Pakistan Champions Trophy clash over the weekend failed to deliver in terms of excitement as it was a completely one-sided affair, the match which involves the Proteas promises to be a more even contest in Rawalpindi.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoAustralia confident ahead of South Africa showdown

Following their five-wicket thumping of Engalnd last week, Australia batter Alex Carey reiterated their confidence ahead of their Champions Trophy fixture against South Africa in Rawalpindi on Tuesday.

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Ongama Gcwabe|Updated

Watch VideoProteas 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?

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John Goliath|Published