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Cheteshwar has got his 'flow' back with better match practice, says father cum coach

Cheteshwar Pujara was not able to get due to the Covid-19 pandemic, is the reason for the India batter's consistent run in the ongoing County Championship, reckons his father and coach Arvind Pujara. Pujara, a veteran of 95 Tests, found himself out of the Indian team after the series loss in South Africa alongside Ajinkya Rahane. The consistency that has made him play close to 100 Tests was not there over past three seasons when he averaged less than 30, forcing the selectors to look beyond him for the home series against Sri Lanka.

Rassie Erasmus: South African director of rugby suggests a three-point plan to improve the game

South Africa’s director of rugby Rassie Erasmus has revealed his radical template to improve the game.

Only two new faces in Proteas' contracted group as continuity remains king

Tazmin Brits and Nonkululeko Mlaba are the only new faces to the Proteas' contracted group for 2022/23 season that contains virtually all the members that have seen the SA women soar over the past few years.

"15 Runs Short": Graeme Smith Reveals What Jacques Kallis Said After Australia Plundered 434 In 2006 Johannesburg ODI

No cricket fan can ever forget the 2006 Johannesburg ODI between Australia and South Africa where the latter chased down 435 runs to win the five-match ODI series 3-2. The match witnessed such high drama that the Proteas fans were left in tears when Mark Boucher smashed Brett Lee over mid-on for a four to win the contest for the home team. Former South Africa captain Graeme Smith revisited the classic and revealed Jacques Kallis' words at the mid-innings which "broke the ice" after their team conceded 434/4 in 50 overs.

Sam Gordon embracing Muckamore increased expectations

The Moylena club have spent three of the last five seasons in the top flight and will be considered by many as early favourites to win the Robinson Services Section One title.

Munster gaining momentum at the right time - Van Graan

Munster's season has had more ups and downs than one of Graham Rowntree's lineout sessions, but in recent weeks their trajectory has been steady and upward.

Rajasthan Royals Predicted XI vs Kolkata Knight Riders: Rassie Van Der Dussen Likely To Make His Return

Rajasthan Royals will look to get back to winning ways as they take on Kolkata Knight Riders in Match 47 of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. RR have been in excellent form this season, but their winning run was halted by Mumbai Indians. However, RR have largely relied on their talismans Jos Buttler and Yuzvendra Chahal, who are leading the Orange and Purple Cap charts, respectively. While their bowling has been exceptional this season, RR have been inconsistent with the bat when Buttler has not fired. South Africa batter Rassie van der Dussen is likely to get another chance in the team.

Rob Key wants to see more homegrown coaches as he ponders overseas appointments

Rob Key insists England must do more to produce homegrown coaches as he ponders a return to overseas leadership of the national side.

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Cheteshwar has got his 'flow' back with better match practice, says father cum coach

Rassie Erasmus: South African director of rugby suggests a three-point plan to improve the game

Only two new faces in Proteas' contracted group as continuity remains king

"15 Runs Short": Graeme Smith Reveals What Jacques Kallis Said After Australia Plundered 434 In 2006 Johannesburg ODI

Sam Gordon embracing Muckamore increased expectations

Munster gaining momentum at the right time - Van Graan

Rajasthan Royals Predicted XI vs Kolkata Knight Riders: Rassie Van Der Dussen Likely To Make His Return

Rob Key wants to see more homegrown coaches as he ponders overseas appointments