Sri Lanka hopeful for Durban change of luck

South Africa will remain favourites but Sri Lanka can expect less treacherous batting conditions in the second Test starting at Kingsmead.

Philander puts SA on top with 10-wicket haul

South Africa went one-up in the three-Test series, beating Sri Lanka by an innings and 81 runs on day three of the opening Test at SuperSport Park.

South Africa sees victory in Centurion

Graeme Smith scored a half-century but fell late on as South Africa made a confident reply after dismissing Sri Lanka for 180 on the opening day.

New beginnings for Kirsten and Proteas

A new coach and a new captain marks the beginning of rebuilding phase in the South African cricket team, according to new head coach Gary Kirsten.

Belief beats expectation

As the real battle for the World Cup begins with the quarterfinals the Proteas are confident but without being burdened by a sense of destiny.

World Cup isn't lost with one defeat

South Africa's narrow six-run defeat against England last weekend has had many jumping on the choking bandwagon and writing off the Proteas' chances.

Ticket-hungry India fans 'baton-charged'

Ticket-hungry fans, desperate to see India's World Cup clash against South Africa on Saturday, were baton-charged by police as they queued.

Gambhir and Tendulkar lead India fightback

A grimly determined Gautam Gambhir and a serene Sachin Tendulkar took India to 142 for two at stumps on the second day of the deciding third Test.

Indian paceman Sreesanth says Smith 'woke him up'

Criticism from Graeme Smith has inspired Shanthakumaran Sreesanth to perform better in the series between cricket's top two Test teams.

Kallis lifts South Africa

An assured unbeaten 81 by Jacques Kallis put South Africa in command on the first day of the deciding third Test against India at Newlands on Sunday.

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