Head-to-head battles: SA vs BAN
We take a look at some of the key battles to be expected in the clash between the Proteas and Bangladesh at the Oval on Sunday, writes KHALID MOHIDIN.
Exactly 17 years since his death: Cronje's World Cup record
Former Proteas captain Hansie Cronje died on 1 June 2002. He played in three World Cups in 1992, 1996 and 1999.
Roy remains a big threat in the field
Batsman Jason Roy is determined to remain a threat in the field, too, as England pursue a maiden title at the ongoing World Cup in the United Kingdom.
Bangladesh wait on Tamim fitness for SA clash
Opening batsman Tamim Iqbal is in doubt for Bangladesh’s World Cup opening fixture against South Africa at The Oval in London on Sunday.
Pakistan broken by Russell's short stuff
Captain Sarfaraz Ahmed conceded seamer Andre Russell’s opening spell laid the foundation for the West Indies’ seven-wicket victory over Pakistan in Friday’s World Cup fixture at Trent Bridge in Nottingham.
Holder impressed by Thomas aggression
Captain Jason Holder lauded the performance of fast bowler Oshane Thomas, who impressed in Friday’s seven-wicket World Cup victory over Pakistan at Trent Bridge.
Rassie: It looks a lot worse than it is
Proteas batsman Rassie van der Dussen has suggested that the heavy margin of defeat against England was not a true reflection of the competitive nature of the game.
Windies thrash Pakistan at Trent Bridge
The West Indies stormed to a convincing seven-wicket victory over Pakistan in Friday’s World Cup fixture at Trent Bridge in Nottingham.
Kallis: SA can go deep in this tournament
Proteas legend Jacques Kallis has backed the Proteas to recover strongly after the England defeat.
Ngidi: I wanted two wickets up front
Proteas fast bowler Lungi Ngidi has expressed his disappointment with his opening spell during the Proteas’ 104-run defeat to England at the Oval.
Faf: Amla blow unsettled Proteas batsmen
Faf du Plessis has explained how Hashim Amla’s concussion scare unsettled the Proteas dressing room during their chase of 312 at the Oval against England.
Experts react to Proteas thrashing
There was a strong reaction on Twitter after the Proteas’ 104-run defeat to England, here are some of the highlights.
Win margin surprised Morgan
Eoin Morgan expressed surprise by the size of England’s 104-run victory over South Africa in the opening game of the World Cup at the Oval, writes DANIEL GALLAN in London.
Holder banks on Hope
Captain Jason Holder has outlined the positive effect batsman Shai Hope has had on the West Indies’ performances, ahead of Friday’s opening World Cup fixture against Pakistan at Trent Bridge in Nottingham.
Sarfaraz: All teams are scared because of Pakistan
Captain Sarfaraz Ahmed has hailed Pakistan’s unpredictability as a positive, ahead of Friday’s opening World Cup fixture against the West Indies at Trent Bridge in Nottingham.
