Cricket 22.1.2021 05:11 pm
Rickelton leads the way as Lions register easy win against the Cobras
The talented opening batsman has enjoyed a big week after earlier being included in the Proteas squad for the first time.
Ryan Rickelton celebrated his inclusion in the Proteas squad for the first time with a marvellous unbeaten century to take the Imperial Lions to a bonus-point victory over the Cape Cobras in their Momentum One-Day Cup match in Potchefstroom on Friday.
Cricket We must stamp our authority from first ball – Proteas women’s captain Luus
The touring Pakistan team have given the South Africans a good go in the past so indications are it should be a competitive series.
Proteas De Kock ‘settled’ at No 5 as debate about best position continues
There have been calls for the wicket-keeper, who also captains the Proteas, to move down the batting order, with Temba Bavuma moving up.
Proteas Security concerns allayed, it’s Pakistan’s spinners who have Proteas in a tizz
“We’ve played on Asian pitches in the past and they’ve targeted us by preparing dustbowls and making it an uneven contest,” said captain Quinton de Kock.
Proteas Proteas Covid tests all return negative after arrival in Karachi
The team underwent Covid-19 testing upon arrival and have been quarantining in their rooms since then.
Cricket Proteas forced to charter last-minute flight in dash to Pakistan
A team spokesperson confirmed on Sunday that Cricket South Africa had to make urgent late arrangements after an announcement from Emirates Airlines.
Cricket Knights and Dolphins into semi-finals after another washout in Potch
The Pool B fixtures, which will be played between the Cobras, Lions and Warriors, are scheduled to take place from 22-30 January at the same venue in a bio-secure environment.
Proteas WATCH: High-level security for Proteas as they arrive in Pakistan
It is the first tour by the South Africans to the country in 14 years and they will play two Tests and three T20 Internationals.
Cricket South Africa arrive for first Pakistan tour in 14 years
Pakistan and South Africa will play the first Test in Karachi from January 26.
Proteas Jansen in, Baartman out of Proteas squad for Pakistan tour
The 20-year-old left-arm fast bowler is number two in the Leading Wicket Takers column of this season’s CSA 4-Day Franchise Series.
Cricket Experienced Luus to captain Proteas women against Pakistan
“I’m excited about this group we have selected, and the players have a great opportunity to continue with the great strides they have made at this level,” said coach Hilton Moreeng.
Proteas Pakistan drop five players from last Test for series against Proteas
“We have selected a squad after analysing the performance in New Zealand and areas of improvement are identified,” said chief selector Mohammad Wasim.
Cricket Rain washes out Titans, Knights One-Day Cup game in Potchefstroom
The Group B fixtures will take place from 22-30 January at the same venue, which is staging the competition in a bio-secure environment (BSE).
Proteas Proteas batsmen are ‘confident’, says Boucher, but they must adapt to Pakistan conditions
Pace bowlers are also likely to play a much bigger role than elsewhere on the subcontinent and Boucher says he is pleased to have a bowling coach like Charl Langeveldt who has such a sound knowledge of reverse-swing.
Cricket Dolphins, Titans frustrated by wet outfield at rainy Potch
Though the Titans have moved above the Knights on the Group A table with three points, they face a crucial match-up against the Central Franchise (two points) on Friday.