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How net sessions with a gardener helped lay the foundation for Titans star Lhuan-dre Pretorius

Titans 19-year-old batter Lhuan-dre Pretorius used to rush to his backyard after school for a net session with his gardner, a feat that helped lay the foundation for his success in professional cricket.

Sport Cricket Domestic
Ongama Gcwabe|Published

Watch VideoI'm not going to lie . . . It's hard, says Ryan Rickelton on maiden IPL season with Mumbai Indians

Ryan Rickelton has admitted he was nervous before stroking his maiden half-century at the IPL for Mumbai Indians.

Sport Cricket International
Zaahier Adams|Updated

Proteas star Matthew Breetzke’s rise to the IPL through Wandile Gwavu’s lens

Year in, year out, South African stars break into the Indian Premier League on the back of impressive performances n the international cricket stage. This year, Matthew Breetzke, a Gqeberha-born batter, finally broke into the IPL, roped in by the Lucknow Super Giants.

Sport Cricket Proteas
Ongama Gcwabe|Published

Watch VideoSchools SA20 shows Cricket SA transformation can prosper organically

Schools SA20 has showed Cricket SA that when the intention is pure, and that the main thing is allowed to be the main thing, the game in conjunction with transformation will prosper organically.

Sport Cricket Opinion
Zaahier Adams|Published

Watch VideoWATCH: INDY SPORT SHOW: Exclusive chat with Lhuan-dre Pretorius, the future of SA cricket

Discover how 18-year-old star batter Lhuan-dre Pretorius is shaping his future and the future of South African cricket in an EXCLUSIVE chat with us on the Indy Sport Show this week.

Sport Cricket Domestic
Zaahier Adams|Published

Watch VideoLhuan-dre Pretorius biffs maiden 1-Day Cup century at Newlands to rekindle memories of a young Graeme Smith

Step into the future of South African cricket with Lhuan-dre Pretorius, whose explosive talent is captivating audiences and drawing inevitable comparisons to legends like Graeme Smith.

Sport Cricket Domestic
Zaahier Adams|Updated

Watch VideoWhy the Proteas door could be wide open for Matthew Breetzke after Champions Trophy

There’s every chance Matthew Breetzke can go on to have a long career for the Proteas after the Champions Trophy.

Sport Cricket Proteas
Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoCan 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.

Sport Cricket Proteas
John Goliath|Published

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.

Sport Cricket Proteas
John Goliath|Published

Watch VideoWhere are the Black African cricketers in SA20?

There were a total of 10 black African players selected across the six squads in the competition which concluded earlier this month.

Sport Cricket Domestic
Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoGraeme Smith pays tribute to IPL backers and Indian audience for success of SA20

SA20 commissioner Graeme Smith explained how important the Indian audience was to the SA20.

Sport Cricket Domestic
Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoWhat role will Kwena Maphaka play for Proteas at Champions Trophy?

Barring injury to any of the 15-member playing squad, Kwena Maphaka cannot be considered for selection for any of the matches but that doesn’t mean it won’t be a massive learning experience for the youngster.

Sport Cricket Proteas
Michael Sherman|Published

Watch Video‘It’s not rocket science’ … How Robin Peterson turned basement dwellers MI Cape Town into SA20 champions

MI Cape Town finished last in the group stages of the SA20 in the first two editions, and simply making the play-offs would have been huge progress.

Sport Cricket Domestic
Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoIs Dewald Brevis finally ready for the Proteas step-up?

Dewald Brevis ended as the sixth highest run-scorer in the SA2n. His 291 runs also came at the second highest average (48. 5) of the top-10 run-scorers, and the best strike-rate among the same list with his 184. 18.

Sport Cricket Proteas
Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoProteas' Ryan Rickelton a shoe-in to fill Quinton de Kock's big boots at Champions Trophy

After a remarkable resurgence with a sensational 259 in the New Year’s Test against Pakistan, Ryan Rickelton aims to prove his worth at the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy.

Sport Cricket Proteas
John Goliath|Published

Watch VideoGraeme Smith sings praises of SA20 as the big money-spinner for CSA

A total of 17 of the 34 matches in the SA20 were sold out, and there was increased interest in the rivalries between the franchises.

Sport Cricket Domestic
Michael Sherman|Published

Five takeaways from SA20 final: Kagiso Rabada’s stellar performance leads MI Cape Town to glory

Kagiso Rabada's exceptional bowling performance helped MI Cape Town secure their first SA20 trophy at the Wanderers Stadium, showcasing his dominance with figures of 4/25.

Sport Cricket Domestic
Ongama Gcwabe|Published

Watch VideoMI Cape Town dethrone Sunrisers Eastern Cape with flawless performance in SA20 final

MI Cape Town triumphed over Sunrisers Eastern Cape to secure their first Betway SA20 title, showcasing a dominant performance led by Kagiso Rabada's exceptional bowling.

Sport Cricket Domestic
Zaahier Adams|Published

Watch VideoProdigy Dewald Brevis coming of age in SA20 for MI Cape Town

Dewald Brevis is starting to deliver on his incredible promise as one of the new talents in SA cricket.

Sport Cricket Domestic
Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoRed-hot Marco Jansen could be key for Proteas at Champions Trophy

The 24-year-old Marco Jansen currently tops the wicket-takers list in the SA20 with just two matches left in the competition.

Sport Cricket Proteas
Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoWhat’s going on with the Proteas, do they have a fast bowler crisis?

Following the squad updates of the Proteas for the Champions Trophy has been surprising and confusing at time, as it appears the side is still searching for a reliable fast bowler to add to the team.

Sport Cricket Proteas
Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoGerald Coetzee ruled out of Proteas squad, hours after being included, for tri-nation series against Pakistan and New Zealand

The squad is a bit difficult to understand though as it will start off with just a dozen players, before more are added later on Wednesday and then again at the end of the week.

Sport Cricket Proteas
Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoHow will the new SA20 Boxing Day start affect Proteas Test schedule?

The fact is that South Africa uncharacteristically do not have Test matches planned for the traditional period at the end of 2025, and therefore there is no clash with the SA20 this time.

Sport Cricket Proteas
Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoJonathan Trott not holding punches about Pretoria Capitals’ problematic capitulation

Pretoria Capitals were eliminated from playoff contention with one group game remaining, and it meant their final group fixture against table-toppers MI Cape Town was reduced to a dead rubber.

Sport Cricket Domestic
Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoIs SuperSport Park the best cricket ground in SA20?

The life of a sports journalist is something one can take for granted after 15 years in the job, but this week during an SA20 match at SuperSport Park, IOL Sport's Michael Sherman was reminded what a privilege watching cricket for a living is.

Sport Cricket Domestic
Michael Sherman|Published