Specials – Best of the Tests at Newlands

The iconic Newlands in Cape Town, picturesquely situated with the Table Mountain serving as a breathtaking backdrop, holds a special significance in South African cricket history. The ground hosted South Africa’s second Test match, against England in 1888-89, and has gone on to become a fortress of sorts for the hosts after readmission. As the […]

Record Book – Ireland v South Africa in ODIs

South Africa will be playing men’s ODIs in Ireland for the first time in 14 years when they take on the hosts in the Super League series at Malahide from 11th July. Back in 2007, the Proteas had played three matches against India at Belfast, following a one-off match with Ireland. Overall, Ireland have faced […]

VIEWPOINT – Phenomenal Philander

Just less than a year ago, an unassuming right-arm fast medium bowler made his Test debut for South Africa – four years after debuting in both the limited-overs formats. Back in 2007, Vernon Philander was overlooked after a few appearances for the South African ODI and T20 teams, but something about his bowling suggested […]