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Rassie Erasmus and Shukri Conrad: Powerhouses shaping South African rugby and cricket
Rassie Erasmus and Shukri Conrad, the national coaches of South Africa’s rugby and cricket teams, explored potential collaborations and shared insights during a braai, highlighting the mental and cultural parallels between their sports.
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.
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.
With Shukri Conrad’s backing and solid IPL, Aiden Markram ready to face Aussie bumpers again
Proteas opener AIden Markram has certainly benefited from having coach Shukri Conrad firmly in his corner whenever the tide turns against him.
Shukri Conrad channelling his ‘inner Rassie’ as Proteas prepare for WTC final
Proteas coach Shukri Conrad draws inspiration from a transformative chat with Springbok mentor Rassie Erasmus as South Africa prepares for the WTC final against Australia at Lord's.
Bowling guru Vincent Barnes believes Dane Paterson has the right tools for Lord's slope
The famed Lord's slope has once again become a focal point of consideration as the Proteas prepare to face Australia in the World Test Championship final next month at Lord’s.
Proteas coach Shukri Conrad bullish about putting Aussies ‘under the pump’ in Lord’s final
Shukri Conrad admits the Proteas will be “underdogs” when they face Australia in the World Test Championship final at Lord’s, but believes his team can put the defending champions “under the pump”.
Shukri Conrad rallies Proteas with bold confidence ehead of WTC final
Proteas coach Shukri Conrad has exuded confidence ahead of the WTC final, dismissing 'big three' notions and affirming equal respect for all opponents as South Africa prepares to face Australia at Lord's.
WATCH | Proteas coach Shukri Conrad prepares for media scrutiny over Kagiso Rabada's drug ban
Proteas head coach Shukri Conrad braces for intense media scrutiny following star bowler Kagiso Rabada's suspension for a failed drugs test during the SA20 tournament.
Now that Kagiso Rabada has done his time, welcomed back to the Proteas with open arms
Proteas coach Shukri Conrad came out swinging in defence of his star fast bowler after Kagiso Rabada who recently served a one-month ban for failing a drug test.
Shukri Conrad wants his best players available as ‘Proteas will never be a franchise team’
New Proteas Men’s all-format coach Shukri Conrad will not give any player an “ultimatum”, but has stressed the importance of prioritising the national team ahead of playing in leagues moving forward.
New white-ball coach Shukri Conrad wants Proteas to be 'best in the world' across formats
Cricket South Africa (CSA) has taken a significant step in its strategic restructuring by appointing Shukri Conrad as the head coach of the Proteas Men’s all-format team.
Proteas may be forced to reshuffle batting line-up as injuries disrupt WTC final preparations
With the World Test Championship final against Australia just weeks away, Proteas coach Shukri Conrad is anxious about the availability of key players.
Fractured toe rules out Proteas' David Bedingham for 'four to six weeks' ahead of World Test final
The Proteas Men’s team have suffered a scare after David Bedingham suffered a toe injury, but the middle-order batter is expected to be fit for the ICC World Test Championship final at Lord’s in June.
Paul Adams tipping Schalk Engelbrecht and Nqaba Peter to be the future of SA spinners
Former Proteas spinner Paul Adams is hoping the upcoming South Africa ‘A’ tour to the West Indies will unearth a new generation of spinners in the country.
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.
Proteas Shukri Conrad reveals tactical shift leading to WTC final run
Shukri Conrad has revealed how a tactical shift and leadership changes propelled the Proteas to an unexpected World Test Championship final run.
We know India are beatable at home, says Proteas Test coach Shukri Conrad
Proteas Test coach Shukri Conrad is “relishing the challenge” of taking on India in their own backyard later this year because “we know that they are beatable at home”.
EXCLUSIVE | If I was offered the job, of course, I’ll take it, says Proteas Test coach Shukri Conrad
Following Rob Walter's resignation as Proteas limited-overs coach earlier this week, many have called on Test coach Shukri Conrad to be the first choice for the job. The 58-year-old told Independent Media that he will take the job if offered.
Shukri Conrad praised as ideal choice for Proteas by former selector
Shukri Conrad emerged as the ideal candidate to lead the Proteas across all formats following Rob Walter's unexpected resignation, backed by his successful tenure as Test coach and praised by former selector Hussein Manack for his understanding of the game and ability to get the best out of players.
Pressure just too much for Rob Walter, now Proteas ODI scene set for Shukri Conrad
Despite leading the Proteas team to their first-ever World Cup final – the T20 version – in Barbados last year, and two consecutive semi-finals at both the ODI World Cup and Champions Trophy as recently as last month, Rob Walter has been taking strain for a number of months now.
No need to check qualifications: Shukri Conrad taking over Proteas in all formats a no-brainer
Appointing Shukri Conrad, the successful red-ball coach, to lead all formats seems like an obvious choice, given his impressive track record with the Proteas Test team.
UPDATE | Shukri Conrad set to take over as Proteas head coach after Rob Walter’s shock resignation
Shukri Conrad is set to take over all Proteas men’s teams after Rob Walter’s shock resignation. Walter, citing personal reasons, stepped down amid pressure over South Africa’s white-ball performances, while Conrad’s Test side remains on an eight-match winning streak.
Proteas' white ball coach Rob Walter steps down citing personal reasons
Rob Walter has stepped down as Proteas' white ball coach despite guiding the team to their first ICC final in 25 years. Cricket South Africa announced his resignation on Tuesday, with Walter citing personal reasons for his departure.
Cricket pioneer Sedick Conrad, father of Proteas coach, dies aged 83
Sedick Conrad, a pioneering Western Province cricketer who broke racial barriers in 1975 and father of current Proteas Test coach Shukri Conrad, has passed away at 83.