THE SMART NEWS SOURCE | Feb 10 2012 16:42 | LAST UPDATED Feb 10 2012 16:42 |
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Thorpe backs KP to come goodGraham Thorpe believes England star batsman Kevin Pietersen is on the brink of finding his best form after struggling so far in South Africa. Rain threatens Durban ODI finaleThe final one-day international between South Africa and England at Kingsmead on Friday has been delayed by persistent drizzle in Durban. SA look for upper-hand against EnglandSouth Africa will seek to end a five-match losing streak when they meet England in the first one-day international at the Wanderers Stadium on Friday. England back to winning ways against SA 'A'England defeated a competitive South Africa A by six wickets with 11 balls to spare in a 50-over warm-up game on Tuesday. Arthur 'frustrated' by Trott's England roleSouth Africa coach Mickey Arthur has revealed his frustration at the sight of Jonathan Trott playing cricket for England rather than the Proteas. Consistency the key for England in ODIsEngland must improve their consistency to have a realistic chance of beating South Africa in their five match one-day international series. Jacobs back in Warriors squad for England matchWicketkeeper-batsman Davy Jacobs, returns to lead the Warriors in a 50-over tour fixture against England in Kimberley on Sunday. Proteas gear up for 'huge' England tourEngland's tour of South Africa is going to be "huge" according to Proteas coach Mickey Arthur who has vowed that his charges won't be caught napping. Pietersen rediscovers his passion for cricketEngland batsman Kevin Pietersen says he is desperate to get back into action after falling out of love with cricket before being sidelined by injury. Selecting Pietersen is a gamble, says GattingFormer England skipper Mike Gatting believes it is unlikely Kevin Pietersen will be at his best on the upcoming tour of South Africa. |
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