South Africa
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3 captains in 3 Tests for South Africa after Keshav Maharaj ruled out of second Test vs Zimbabwe
Cricket | Jul 02, 2025, 04:18 PM ISTKeshav Maharaj suffered a groin injury and is ruled out of the second Test against Zimbabwe, starting July 6. In his absence, Wiaan Mulder will be leading the team in Bulawayo. Regular captain Temba Bavuma is already out of action due to a left hamstring injury.
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Lhuan-dre Pretorius breaks world record in Test cricket with 153 against Zimbabwe in 1st match
Cricket | Jun 29, 2025, 02:55 PM ISTLhuan-dre Pretorius has shattered the world record in Test cricket with his 153 against Zimbabwe in the first Test. Pretorius hit 153 off 160 balls in his stroke-filled knock. Meanwhile, South Africa declared 418/9d overnight on Day 1.
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Lhuan-dre Pretorius breaks 61-year-old record with century on Test debut
Cricket | Jun 28, 2025, 06:12 PM ISTLhuan-dre Pretorius became the youngest South Africa cricketer to score a Test century. He made his Test debut against Zimbabwe and impressed on his first outing itself, playing some blistering cricket in the middle.
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ZIM vs SA 1st Test live streaming: When and where to watch clash in India on TV and online?
Cricket | Jun 28, 2025, 01:34 PM ISTZIM vs SA 1st Test live streaming: The new World Test Champions, South Africa, face Zimbabwe in a two-match Test series at the latter's home. Keshav Maharaj will be leading the team as Temba Bavuma is out due to a hamstring injury.
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Grateful Dewald Brevis reflects on Test cricket ahead of debut vs Zimbabwe
Cricket | Jun 27, 2025, 11:42 PM ISTAhead of his Test debut against Zimbabwe, Proteas youngster Dewald Brevis reflected on his journey and noted that he aims to stay consistence and cement his spot as a three-format player.
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South Africa announce playing XI vs Zimbabwe, Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Dewald Brevis make Test debut
Cricket | Jun 27, 2025, 05:33 PM ISTSouth Africa have announced their playing XI for the first Test against Zimbabwe, starting June 28. Two youngsters in Dewald Brevis and Lhuan-dre Pretorius, have been handed debuts. Several Proteas seniors have been rested for the series.
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SA coach Shukri Conrad explains reason behind Anrich Nortje's absence from cricket
Cricket | Jun 26, 2025, 09:03 PM ISTSouth Africa head coach Shukri Conrad has explained that Anrich Nortje has suffered a ‘stress reaction’ that will keep him out of action for an unknown period of time. The cricketer previously opted out of the MLC and will miss the tri-series in Zimbabwe.
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South Africa announce squad for tri-series against Zimbabwe, New Zealand; several seniors rested
Cricket | Jul 13, 2025, 06:15 PM ISTSouth Africa have announced their squad for the tri-series against Zimbabwe and New Zealand, starting July 14. Several senior cricketers have been rested for workload management. Rassie van der Dussen has been handed the captaincy baton.
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Trump administration pressures 36 nations to tighten travel vetting or face US ban
World | Jun 18, 2025, 07:06 AM ISTThe Trump administration has warned 36 countries—most of them African—to improve their travel vetting systems or face a US travel ban. The countries have until Wednesday to commit, and 60 days to take action or risk joining the existing travel ban list, which currently includes 12 nations.
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South Africa shatter Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood's streak to claim WTC glory
Cricket | Jun 14, 2025, 09:38 PM ISTSouth Africa ended a 27-year ICC title drought with a record 282-run chase in the WTC Final, breaking Starc, Hazlewood, and Cummins’ unbeaten final records. Markram’s 136 and Bavuma’s 66 sealed a five-wicket win over Australia in a historic Lord’s clash.
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How many teams have defeated Australia in ICC finals after South Africa's WTC win?
Cricket | Jun 14, 2025, 09:18 PM ISTAustralia lost their first ICC final after 15 years as South Africa defeated them in the WTC 2025 final at Lord's. Here is a list of teams that have defeated the mighty Aussies in the ICC finals in senior men's cricket.
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Keshav Maharaj in tears after 27-Year wait ends for South Africa with WTC final win: WATCH
Cricket | Jun 14, 2025, 08:03 PM ISTKeshav Maharaj broke down in tears as South Africa won the 2025 WTC Final, ending a 27-year ICC title drought. Grateful to fans, he called it a “stepping stone” for future success. Marco Jansen admitted nerves but was thrilled the team got the job done.
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How much prize money did South Africa, Australia, India and others bag in WTC 2023-25?
Cricket | Jun 14, 2025, 08:30 PM ISTSouth Africa won the WTC 2025 final after defeating Australia in the final by five wickets. The Proteas chased down 282 in the final to lift their maiden ICC trophy after their 1998 Knockout trophy win. Check how much prize money each team won during the 2023-25 cycle.
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South Africa break India's 14-year-old world record to win WTC final against Australia
Cricket | Jun 14, 2025, 11:50 PM ISTSouth Africa chased 282 to beat Australia in the WTC Final, breaking India’s 14-year-old ICC final chase record. Aiden Markram starred with 136 and was named Player of the Match as the Proteas claimed their maiden ICC title in 27 years at Lord’s.
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South Africa break ICC curse with WTC final win against Australia
Cricket | Jun 14, 2025, 06:12 PM ISTSouth Africa ended a 27-year ICC title drought with a stunning WTC Final win over Australia at Lord’s. Aiden Markram’s brilliant century and Bavuma’s gritty 66 helped chase 282, after Rabada and Ngidi led a second-innings bowling fightback.
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Matthew Hayden slams 'defensive effort' of Australia in WTC final against South Africa
Cricket | Jun 14, 2025, 03:57 PM ISTFormer cricketer Matthew Hayden slammed Australia for their defensive effort in the World Test Championship (WTC) final against South Africa. He noted that after picking up two wickets in the fourth innings, Australia didn't close in and put more pressure on the Proteas.
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'Took away the fear of failure' - Wiaan Mulder notes as South Africa set for WTC win
Cricket | Jun 13, 2025, 11:51 PM ISTSouth Africa all-rounder Wiaan Mulder reflected on their phenomenal comeback in the fourth innings of the World Test Championship final against Australia. The Proteas need 69 runs more to win the WTC final against Australia.
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Temba Bavuma scripts history, matches Inzamam-Ul-Haq in elite Test list
Cricket | Jun 13, 2025, 10:42 PM ISTSouth Africa captain Temba Bavuma matched Inzamam-ul-Haq in the elite Test list with a sensational performance at the Lord's in the World Test Championship finale against Australia. Courtesy of his half-century and Markram's century, the Proteas are in the hunt.
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Why did Steve Smith leave field on Day 3 of WTC final vs South Africa?
Cricket | Jun 13, 2025, 08:31 PM ISTStar Australia batter Steve Smith has injured his little finger on the right hand and had to leave the field immediately on Day 3 of the World Test Championship (WTC) final against South Africa. He was replaced by Sam Konstas in the field.
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WTC Final: Australia, South Africa players wear black armbands paying tribute to Ahmedabad tragedy
Cricket | Jun 13, 2025, 04:02 PM ISTBoth Australia and South African players, along with the umpires, wore black armbands on Day 3 of the World Test Championship final at Lord's. The players and the match officials paid tribute to the 241 lives lost in the Ahmedabad plane crash.