Abysmal Proteas endure another nightmare day in NZ as 1st Test defeat looms
The Proteas face almost certain defeat in the first Test against New Zealand in Christchurch following another disastrous performance on day two on Friday.
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Simon Katich Quits SunRisers Hyderabad After Franchise Ignores Pre-Auction Plans: Report
Former Australia batter Simon Katich has quit the Indian Premier League (IPL) SunRisers Hyderabad less than two months before the tournament starts. As per a report in 'The Australian', Katich decided to walk out after a disagreement on how the team was being managed and he also felt that the franchise disregarded the pre-auction plans. Earlier, SunRisers Hyderabad was involved in a major controversy after they sacked David Warner as captain last season and then the batter was even ousted from the playing XI.
New Zealand lead swells after Nicholls hundred
WELLINGTON : Henry Nicholls struck 105 as New Zealand amassed 356-7 by tea on the second day to tighten their control over the opening test against South Africa at Christchurch's Hagley Oval on Friday.
S.Africa bundled out for 95 after Henry seven-for
:Matt Henry claimed a career-best 7-23 as New Zealand bundled out South Africa for 95 in two sessions to take charge of the opening test in Christchurch on Thursday.
South Africa lose four early wickets against New Zealand
:Matt Henry took three early wickets as New Zealand made the most of a decision to bowl, putting South Africa to the sword in the opening session of the first test in Christchurch on Thursday.
Kiwis send Proteas to bat in first Test
New Zealand have won the toss and sent touring South Africa in to bat in the first cricket Test between the teams since 2017.
Proteas hoping runs will be easier to find at Hagley Oval in first Test
Johannesburg - South Africa start their brief two-match Test series against New Zealand (midnight tonight) knowing they have the bowlers to win, but still unsure if the batters can provide substantial totals.
The 10 South African cricketers sold in IPL auction - and their price tags
Ten South African cricketers were sold during the past weekend's Indian Premier League (IPL) auction.