Black Caps, minus Taylor and Williamson, still favourites to topple Proteas?
New Zealand enter unfamiliar territory when the first Test against South Africa begins in Christchurch on Thursday, without batting greats Ross Taylor and Kane Williamson.
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Proteas' near-flawless history in NZ: 'It's a proud record to be part of'
South Africa has yet to lose a Test series to New Zealand, but batter Rassie van der Dussen has recognised the need to write up a new bit of history for themselves against New Zealand's World Test Championship outfit.
’It’s been a long time coming’, says Rassie van der Dussen on his opportunity to play in the IPL
Johannesburg - Like his journey into international cricket, the road to the Indian Premier League was a long one for Rassie van der Dussen.
Rassie admits big tons will be necessary to upstage buoyant Kiwis in home fortress
Proteas middle-order batter Rassie van der Dussen acknowledged that they need to convert their 50s into 100s if they want to beat World Test champions New Zealand at home in the upcoming Test series.
Devon Conway is a ’true blue Kiwi’ assures Black Caps coach Gary Stead ahead of first Proteas Test
Cape Town - New Zealand's South African-born batting star Devon Conway has consulted his Black Caps teammate Neil Wagner about what it will be like to face the Proteas for the first time on Thursday in the first Test at the Hagley Oval.
Rajasthan fan Rassie delighted with IPL deal: 'I've followed them since Graeme Smith'
Proteas batter Rassie van der Dussen, a Rajasthan Royals supporter, has felt a stint in the Indian Premier League (IPL) was bound to happen.
Proteas bowling coach Langeveldt thrilled with SA players making IPL cut
Proteas bowling coach Charl Langeveldt said the Indian Premier League provides an excellent platform for South Africa's cricketers to learn and hone their skills.
Proteas must be wary of the overtly green surfaces in New Zealand, says bowling coach Charl Langeveldt
Cape Town - Don’t judge a book by its cover. Or as is the case in New Zealand be wary of the overtly green surfaces, says Proteas bowling coach Charl Langeveldt.