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Ex-Titans cricketer Ethy Mbhalati handed suspended sentence over 2015 match-fixing scandal
Former Titans cricketer Ethy Mbhalati has been handed a five-year suspended sentence for his role in the 2015 match-fixing scandal, a case that has left a lasting impact on South Africa’s cricketing integrity.
WTC final: Proteas not underdogs, says Dane Paterson
Proteas fast bowler Dane Paterson asserts that South Africa are not underdogs against Australia in the WTC final at Lord's, highlighting the team's confidence, Shukri Conrad's impactful leadership, and the equal challenge posed by unfamiliar conditions for both sides.
Graeme Smith stands firmly behind Temba Bavuma and the Proteas squad in WTC final
Graeme Smith has thrown his support behind Temba Bavuma and the Proteas ahead of the WTC final against Australia at Lord’s, urging South Africans to rally behind the team for glory.
Vernon Philander backs Proteas attack against ‘vulnerable’ Aussie top order
Vernon Philander backs South Africa's potent pace attack, led by Kagiso Rabada, Marco Jansen, and Lungi Ngidi, to exploit Australia's vulnerable top order in the upcoming World Test Championship final at Lord's.
It was a good day at the office, says batting coach Ashwell Prince
Proteas batting coach Ashwell Prince is happy with the returns of the batting unit following the action on Day Two where the Proteas declared on 312/3.
Ryan Rickelton aims high as Proteas take on Australia in WTC final
Ryan Rickelton aims to make a significant impact as South Africa's opener against Australia in the World Test Championship final at Lord's, drawing confidence from his recent Test performances.
Proteas coach Shukri Conrad close to finalising XI for WTC final
Proteas coach Shukri Conrad revealed that he is getting closer to finalising the playing XI that will take on Australia in the WTC Final at Lord's next week.
Kagiso Rabada will thrive under intense pressure in crucial showdown against Australia, says Malibongwe Maketa
Kagiso Rabada is more than capable of thriving under pressure in WTC final against Australia, says former Proteas coach Malibongwe Maketa.
We've all played enough cricket to switch from T20 to Tests, says Ryan Rickelton
Proteas Test opener Ryan Rickelton emphasised that they have enough experience to shift from T20 to Tests having returned from the IPL last week to start the WTC final preparations.
Philander shares Lord’s wisdom as Proteas prepare for World Test Championship final
Vernon Philander, South Africa's cricket legend, offers invaluable advice to the Proteas seam bowlers as they prepare for the Test Championship Final against Australia at Lord's. Drawing from his own experiences, Philander discusses the importance of coping with the Duke ball and strategies to tackle the unique conditions of the iconic venue.
Proteas’ Heinrich Klaasen announces shock retirement from international cricket
Proteas wicket-keeper batsman Heinrich Klaasen announced his retirement from international cricket at 33 on Monday, after a distinguished career marked by explosive batting performances across all formats.
Corbin Bosch reaches pinnacle of international career with World Test Championship final
Corbin Bosch reflects on his rapid ascent in international cricket as he prepares for the World Test Championship final against Australia at Lord’s.
Q & A: Graeme Smith on his love for Lord's, the Aussies and Proteas spearhead Kagiso Rabada
Independent Media’s Zaahier Adams sits down exclusively with former Proteas captain Graeme Smith ahead of the World Test Championship final at Lord’s.
INDY SPORT SHOW: Temba Bavuma will lead Proteas in his own calm way in Lord's Test final, says Graeme Smith
Former captain Graeme Smith believes Temba Bavuma’s “calm and assured” leadership will be key to the Proteas’ chances in the World Test Championship final against Australia.
Sinethemba Qeshile’s one-day career revival led SA A to series victory in St Lucia
Sinethemba Qeshile breathed life to his one-day career with a second century in St Lucia as the 26-year-old finished the series as the top run-scorer, helping SA A win the series 2-0 against West Indies A.
Andrew 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.
Sydney hero Fanie de Villiers backs Marco Jansen and Wiaan Mulder to be Proteas trump cards
Former South African bowler Fanie de Villiers believes the Proteas possess “two jewels” in all-rounders Marco Jansen and Wiaan Mulder who have the potential to swing the WTC final against Australia at Lord’s next month.
Marco Jansen and Wiaan Mulder are ‘jewels’ in Proteas’ crown, says Sydney hero Fanie de Villiers
Former South African bowler Fanie de Villiers believes the Proteas possess “two jewels” in allrounders Marco Jansen and Wiaan Mulder who have the potential to swing the WTC final against Australia at Lord’s next month.
Kagiso Rabada spends 30th birthday on the sidelines in his IPL season to forget
Kagiso Rabada endured a challenging IPL 2025 season with Gujarat Titans, marked by a one-month ban and poor form, missing his 30th birthday match ahead of the Proteas’ World Test Championship final preparations.
David Bedingham back from toe injury to boost Proteas' chances in World Test Championship final
Proteas coach Shukri Conrad’s contagious smile will be just a bit broader this week after David Bedingham returned from injury.
Alviro Petersen warns Proteas: Australia a different kettle of fish in Lord’s World Test Championship final
Former Proteas Test opener Alviro Petersen told Independent Media that South Africa deserve credit for making the World Test Championship final. but warned that Australia will pose a bigger threat.
Stronger Together: Proteas coach Shukri Conrad spends the day with Springboks' Rassie Erasmus
Proteas coach Shukri Conrad is leaving no stone unturned as he prepares his team for their assault on the World Test Championship final at Lord’s.
Mihlali Mpongwana’s rise continues in Caribbean as SA A take 1-0 series lead
South Africa A seam-bowling all-rounder Mihlali Mpongwana's figures of 3/37 guided the side to a 42-run victory over West indies A in the first one-day game and saw the 25-year-old win the Player of the Match award.
Former Proteas superstar AB de Villiers hailed as third-best T20 cricketer ever
AB de Villiers’ individual brilliance and his impact on the shortest format of the game has been hailed.
Shukri Conrad’s Proteas ‘warriors’ will have entire cricket-mad country backing them at Lord’s final
Proteas coach Shukri Conrad has rapidly rehabilitated a South African fan-base that had been overfed a buffet of white-ball cricket into red-ball believers once again, writes Zaahier Adams.