Bavuma blow: Proteas skipper to miss World Cup warm-ups
Proteas captain Temba Bavuma will return to South Africa and miss the Cricket World Cup warm-ups.
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"We Do Believe We Can Win It": South Africa Pacer Kagiso Rabada On ODI World Cup
South Africa pacer Kagiso Rabada believes the Proteas have what it takes to shed the chokers tag and win their maiden world title in the upcoming ICC ODI World Cup in India. Despite having some star players, South Africa have never progressed behind the semi-final stage of any of the World Cups till date but Rabada said this time they have the arsenal at their disposal to create history. The Proteas will begin their World Cup preparations against Afghanistan in a warm-up match here on Friday.
South Africa Skipper Temba Bavuma To Miss World Cup Warm-Up Matches
South Africa's preparations for the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup have taken a blow with the news that captain Temba Bavuma will miss the Proteas' warm-up fixtures for the tournament against Afghanistan and New Zealand. Bavuma is flying home due to family reasons and will miss South Africa's two vital warm-up matches. The T20I skipper Aiden Markram will captain the South Africa team in WC warm-up matches in Bavuma's absence.
Peterson appointed as coach of MI Cape Town, Malinga joins fold
Former Proteas all-rounder Robin Peterson has been promoted as head coach of the SA20 franchise, MI Cape Town.
Pakistan Can Become No.1 ODI Team Again Even If India Win Asia Cup. Here's How
Pakistan could become the number ODI team again even if India manage to beat Sri Lanka in the final of Asia Cup 2023. India had a golden opportunity to go for the top spot but their loss to Bangladesh in their last match of Super 4 stage in the tournament spoiled their chance. On the other hand, the Babar Azam and company had entered the continental event being the top-ranked ODI team. However, their defeats to India and Sri Lanka saw them lose the dominance.
"Best Hitting I Have Seen...: Virender Sehwag Impressed With Star Who Slammed 83-Ball 174. Not An Indian
Virender Sehwag was one power-packed batter for the Indian cricket team, He changed the way Indian openers were looked at with his clean hitting and his non-chalant attitude. So, when he praises someone's batting as the "best hitting" he has seen in a 'long, long time' pne ought ti take note. Heinrich Klaasen slammed 174 off 83 balls to lead South Africa to a 164-run win in the fourth one-day international against Australia at SuperSport Park on Friday.
South Africa vs Australia 4th ODI: Live Cricket Score And Updates
South Africa vs Australia 4th ODI Live Cricket Score:Australia looked on the cusp of a series triumph after winning the first two matches but an Aiden Markram special saw South Africa pull one back and make it 2-1 in the third ODI. As the two teams square-off in the 4th ODI of the series, Australia would look to avoid another roadblock in their pursuit of a series triumph. South Africa really showed their true credentials as they won the third ODI by a whopping margin of 110 runs against Australia. It was a rare poor outing by the Aussies who have looked like a team on a different level since they landed in the Rainbow Nation. It also has to be noted that Proteas skipper Temba Bavuma will not be available for this match, having been ruled out due to an injury. (LIVE Scorecard)
CA's Mandatory Neck Guard Rule Could Force Steve Smith And David Warner To Fall In Line
Veteran batters Steven Smith and David Warner could be forced to wear neck guards as Cricket Australia has made it mandatory for international and domestic players to do so from October 1. Under the new playing conditions for 2023-24, every Australian player on international and domestic cricket will be required to wear neck protectors fixed or fitted to the rear of helmets when facing fast or medium pace bowling in all CA-sanctioned competitions, according to cricket.com.au.