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Rain washed out play between the Heat and Iinyathi at the Kimberley Diamond Oval.
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Iinyathi and Heat share debut Pro20 points in Kimberley after washout

The Eastern Cape Iinyathi’s Pro20 Cup debut against the Northern Cape Heat was abandoned at Kimberley’s Diamond Oval on Saturday without a ball being bowled.

The Dafabet Warriors enjoy one of the few moments of celebration during a seven wicket defeat to the North West Dragons on the opening day of the YesPlay Pro20 Cup in Pretoria on Friday.

Dragons, Titans storm to opening day wins

Double header opening day sees Dragons, Titans open their Pro20 Cup campaigns with convincing victories in the YesPlay Pro20 Cup tournament on Friday.

SA’s Matthew Breetzke celebratea after scoring a century in the first one-day international against Australia in Durban on Thursday

Breetzke, Jansen help Proteas make perfect start to busy summer

Thursday’s celebration of South African Heritage was given added lustre by a Proteas performance that offered skill and resilience and ensured a perfect start to their busy summer.

Warriors captain Matthew de Villiers says squad unity and continued improvement will be key as the defending champions begin their Pro20 Cup title defence against North West Dragons in Pretoria on Friday
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New faces, same drive as Warriors begin Pro20 campaign

Defending champions the Dafabet Warriors begin their Pro20 Cup title defence against North West Dragons in Pretoria on Friday, with captain Matthew de Villiers stressing improvement, squad unity and a strong start.

EC Iinyathi's Nathan Roux bowls in the nets during a practice session at Buffalo Park Cricket Stadium on Wednesday
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Iinyathi seek first Pro20 win in Kimberley challenge with the Heat

The Eastern Cape Iinyathi are aiming for their first Pro20 win as they face the Northern Cape Heat at the Diamond Oval.

The EC Iinyathi Blind Cricket team which competed at last year's tournament

Blind Cricket Championship brings inclusivity to Eastern Cape

KuGompo City is set to host the Blind Cricket Championship T20 National tournament for the first time, bringing together five teams at Port Rex Technical High School.

Proteas’ captain Temba Bavuma will rely on Marco Jansen to lead the attack against Australia

Proteas’ bowling unit left hamstrung

South Africa's pace-bowling resources have been severely tested ahead of Thursday's opening ODI against Australia, with four seamers sidelined by hamstring injuries.

England assistant coach Marcus Trescothick, left, head coach Stephen Fleming and specialist mentor Kevin Pietersen share a joke on the balcony at Old Trafford in Manchester at the weekend

New England boss Fleming says it’s ‘wrong’ to ask Stokes to end retirement

Newly appointed England Test coach Stephen Fleming says it would be “wrong” to ask former captain Ben Stokes to reverse his international retirement before next year’s Ashes.

Eastern Cape Iinyathi captain Jerome Bossr in action during the CSA 1-Day Domestic Cup.
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Iinyathi ready to compete in Pro20, not just participate

Playing their first provincial derby against the Warriors, facing Proteas stars, visiting the “Bullring” at the Wanderers Stadium and creating SA20 opportunities are among the things the EC Iinyathi can look forward to in the inaugural…

Eastern Cape Iinyathi women’s coach Lolwethu Dekeza.
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Dekeza unites Iinyathi squads to build future

Eastern Cape Iinyathi women and U19 girls head coach Lolwethu Dekeza has combined the senior and U19 teams for joint training sessions, aiming to align younger players with the senior structure early and improve overall team culture.

England's Brydon Carse appeals successfully for LBW to dismiss Australia's Usman Khawaja on day three of the fifth Ashes Test match against Australia at the SCG in Sydney in January

Gqeberha-born Carse needs time away from England, says captain Brook

England white-ball captain Harry Brook says Brydon Carse needs time away from international cricket after a turbulent few weeks.

Lutho Sipamla’s journey from United Brothers Cricket Club to the Proteas is at the heart of the Legacy Cup, which returns for its second edition with an expanded eight-team field. From left are, Jade Smith (PECC), Ashley Osling (Old Grey), Sonwabile Tshona (United Brothers) and  Gershwin Logan Williams (Gelvandale).
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Legacy Cup takes step in new direction

The Lutho Sipamla Legacy Cup is growing, with eight teams set to compete in the second edition of the tournament in Nelson Mandela Bay.

Warriors assistant coach Mark Charlton chats to batter Muhammad Manack during a training session at St George's Park. Charlton says the franchise's recent success has been built on depth, continuity and a collective team-first culture.
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Warriors aim for strong start to Pro20 title defence — Charlton

The Dafabet Warriors will begin their CSA Pro20 title defence with a target on their backs, but assistant coach Mark Charlton believes the added pressure can bring the best out of the players.

Marco Jansen says his role in the reshaped Proteas bowling attack will be about creating  space for his teammates to execute their plans against Australia

Marco ready to lead attack against Aussies

Marco Jansen will take on a greater leadership role in a reshaped Proteas bowling attack against Australia, but his approach is about calmness rather than constant instruction.

Umpires consult with Cameron Bancroft and Steven Smith (captain) of Australia during day three of the third Test against SA at Newlands in March 2018

Australia must face ‘Sandpapergate’ past, says former SA skipper Graeme Smith

As Australia begins its tour of South Africa, former Proteas captain Graeme Smith warns that the infamous 2018 'Sandpapergate' ball-tampering scandal will resurface, with the team expected to face renewed scrutiny from both media and…

The Eastern Cape Iinyathi’s Nathan Roux made 86 against the Eastern Storm.

Iinyathi lead 1st Class Shield table heading to mini-break

Despite not having picked up a win in two of their matches in the Division 2 1st Class Shield, the Eastern Cape Iinyathi are at the top of the table.

Warriors head coach Robin Peterson speaks to player JP King

Warriors, Titans share spoils after washout

There was no play across all four days as conditions at the NMU Absa Oval remained unsuitable for the Warriors’ first-class clash against the Titans.

England's Harry Brook hits a boundary during the third T20I match between England and Sri Lanka at Old Trafford in Manchester, north-west England on Saturday

England thrash Sri Lanka again to return to top of T20 rankings

England returned to the summit of the T20 world rankings with another thumping of Sri Lanka to complete a 3-0 series whitewash in Manchester on Saturday.

Caitlin Wyngaard impressed during the Proteas Women’s T20I series against Zimbabwe, showing composure and taking her opportunity as South Africa completed a 5-0 sweep

Proteas’ future looks bright, Mashimbyi says

The Proteas Women completed a 5-0 T20I series sweep over Zimbabwe, but coach Mandla Mashimbyi believes the emergence of several youngsters could prove just as valuable as the results.

Pace bowler Lungi Ngidi has been ruled out of South Africa’s three-match ODI series against Australia with a right hamstring injury.

Lungi Ngidi injury blow hits Proteas

Lungi Ngidi’s hamstring injury leaves South Africa without another senior pace option ahead of a demanding multi-format campaign against Australia.