Kallis-less Proteas look to Miller for the X factor
Neil ManthorpOne man's misfortune is another's gain. David Miller owed his place in South Africa's Champion's Trophy squad to Jacques Kallis's withdrawal.
India holds Cricket SA to ransom
Neil ManthorpThe local game 'can do what it likes' in making Lorgat boss, but powerful teeth are being gnashed, writes Neil Manthorp.
ICC Champions Trophy: Where every game is serious
Neil ManthorpThe Champions Trophy is short and sharp with no room for error as the Proteas take on the world's top teams.
Amla: It takes hard work to make a Hash of it
Neil ManthorpHashim Amla seems destined for the definitive measure of greatness, so how did it all begin?
Cricket: The time for experimentation is over as SA faces Pakistan
Neil ManthorpSouth African test team aims at nothing but victory over Pakistan.
Bold overs: Proteas at their best
Neil ManthorpGary Kirsten's plans to deepen the side's game have paid off in dividends.Neil Manthorp picks his highlights of the season.
Multitasker McLaren is the right man for the job
Neil ManthorpThe disparity between the success of the Proteas Test team and the uncertainty of the ODI and T20 squads is vexing cricket-lovers around the country.
Proteas must not rely on brilliant flourishes
Neil ManthorpWith three knockout games to go, South Africa's cricketers need to stay strong and stick to the plan, writes Neil Manthorp.
Gone like Gary Kirsten, but the game goes on
Neil ManthorpThe Proteas are also losing unsung coaching colossus Rob Walter, but SA cricket will survive.
Test cricket: Just 'leave' might be the best advice for Pakistan
Neil ManthorpWhen Pakistan were rolled over for 49 at the Wanderers many an eyebrow was raised – although not by those who watched the events unfold live.
