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Cricket World Cup 2015: Proteas cruise to semi-finals
Aiming to win their first ever World Cup knockout, the Proteas bowlers removed both openers inside the first five overs against Sri Lanka.
Amla steers Proteas to 411 against Ireland in world cup
The opening batsman’s 159 off 128 balls led South Africa to their second knock of over 400 in the Cricket World Cup, setting a near impossible target.
Record breaker de Villiers takes SA to 408 against West Indies
The South African captain brought the Protea Fire with a record-breaking 64-ball 150, which is the fastest in One Day International history.
McCabe, Charles injuries hit Australia’s lineup
Pat McCabe and Nathan Charles being injured has left the Australian rugby team with few lineup choices.
Waratahs win thriller against Crusaders for first Super Rugby title
Bernard Foley kicked a penalty a minute from time to give the Waratahs their maiden Super Rugby title with a 33-32 victory over the Crusaders.
Hussey scores unbeaten 115 before Australia declare
Mike Hussey scored an unbeaten 115 to drive Australia towards a declaration at 450 for five on the second day of the first test against Sri Lanka.
Proteas on the front foot in bid to win series against Aussies
South Africa has dismissed Australia for 163 to take a first innings lead of 62 on the second day of the third and final test.
Australia carry momentum into Adelaide Test
Australia have been charged with confidence by their performance in the opening Test against the Proteas and are determined to ride the momentum.
Smith expects better from SA bowlers
Proteas captain Graeme Smith has said he expects his celebrated bowling attack to raise their game in the second Test against Australia.
Proteas force draw in first test against Australia
South Africa battled through an uncomfortable day at the Gabba to reach 166 for five and earn a draw in the first Test against Australia.
Kallis ready to assume bowling role
After a stellar day with the bat on Sunday, Jacques Kallis declared himself ready to play his part with the ball against Australia.
Duminy’s injury scare dampens SA’s solid start
JP Duminy has taken some of the gloss off South Africa’s brilliant opening day in the first Test against Australia with an injury scare.
Steyn: There are better bowlers than me
Dale Steyn believes there are better bowlers in world cricket, and it’s simply his durability and consistency that have enabled him to rise above.
Algerian athlete thrown out of Olympics
Algerian 1 500m medal contender Taoufik Makhloufi has been tossed out of the Olympics after not trying to complete his 800m heat.
Crusaders end Stormers’ perfect start
The Crusaders brought an end to the Stormers perfect record, the only one in Super Rugby this year, with a 31-24 victory on Saturday.