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Amir Chetty is a general sports writer at The Herald and Weekend Post, covering all sports and sporting achievements that do not always get the recognition they deserve.

Leftarm spinner Keshav Maharaj believes his emphasis on physical fitness and tactical analysis will stand him in good stead in a gruelling summer of Test cricket

Maharaj leaves no stone unturned to continue his development

Keshav Maharaj has used the off-season to sharpen his physical preparation and analysis as he looks to evolve his game ahead of South Africa’s Test series against Australia.

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Dafabet Warriors batsman Jordan Hermann was the top scorer for his team with 70 in their Pro20 Cup win over the Impalas at NMU on Tuesday. Picture: EUGENE COETZEE
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Warriors get back to winning ways in Pro20 clash

The Dafabet Warriors registered their first win of the expanded YesPlay Pro20 Cup when they eased to a comfortable 35-run, bonus-point victory over the Impalas at the Absa Oval, Nelson Mandela University on Tuesday.

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Keshav Maharaj in action during the 1st ODI match between SA and Australia at the Kingsmead Stadium in Durban.

Proteas eye perfect finish against Australia

Left arm spinner Keshav Maharaj believes a 3-0 ODI series win over Australia would give the Proteas confidence and a valuable foundation ahead of next year’s World Cup.

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Proteas fast bowlers have been hit by a series of hamstring injuries, forcing Cricket SA to manage workloads carefully as the international and franchise cricket calendars continue to grow
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Each injury tells a different story, says Proteas doctor

The Proteas’ growing hamstring injury list has highlighted the challenges of managing fast-bowling workloads, but CSA chief medical officer Hashendra Ramjee says there is no single explanation for the setbacks.

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Patrick Kruger of the Dafabet Warriors tries to avoid a collision while completing a single during the Pro20 Cup match against the North West Dragons at SuperSport Park on Friday
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Warriors coach banking on quick response against Impalas

Coach Robin Peterson believes the early setback can provide a valuable lesson as his side looks to find its rhythm

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Jamie Riddle of South Africa competes on the bike leg of the Ironman 70.3 World Championship Men's Race on September 13, 2026 in Nice, France

Riddle ready to take a risk in Kona

After discovering another level at the 70.3 World Championship, Jamie Riddle believes he can express more of his potential over the full Ironman distance.

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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.

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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

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.

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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.

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A new partnership between EPHF and Emeris NMB is using indoor hockey to create opportunities for young players, with boys' and girls' teams set to feature in the inaugural schools tournament. Promoting the event are, from left, Wendell Domingo (SA Schools Hockey Association president, Earlene Jacobs (Emeris campus deputy head), Claudia Muller (EPHF vice-president) and Gary Dolley (Saha project manager).

New partnership targets growth of indoor hockey

EPHF and Emeris NMB have partnered to launch a new schools indoor hockey tournament aimed at creating greater opportunities for young players while laying the foundation for a broader youth development programme.

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Jamie Riddle believes his seventh-place finish at the Ironman 70.3 World Championship in Nice was the most complete performance of his career

Jamie Riddle discovers another level

Jamie Riddle finished seventh at the Ironman 70.3 World Championship in Nice but believes the performance represented a major breakthrough in his career.

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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).

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.

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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.

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.

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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.

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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…

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