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Matthew Boast was at the heart of the Warriors’ dominant win over the Northern Cape Heat, but says the focus must now turn to carrying that momentum into the final three group matches.
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Boast finding rhythm as Warriors build momentum

Fast bowler Matthew Boast's clinical three-wicket haul spearheaded a dominant seven-wicket, bonus-point victory for the Dafabet Warriors over the Northern Cape Heat at St George's Park.

South Africa's Keshav Maharaj fields a ball from Australia's Marnus Labuschagne on day four of the first Test match between South Africa and Australia at the Kingsmead stadium in Durban on October 12, 2026.

Maharaj calls for stronger SA response

Keshav Maharaj has urged South Africa's batsmen to demonstrate greater discipline and eliminate soft dismissals on the final day against Australia at Kingsmead, where the Proteas are fighting to survive.

Aiden Markram plays a shot on day four of the first Test match between SA and Australia at Kingsmead Stadium, Durban, on Monday.

Australia set SA world record fourth-innings chase

Australia declared at 314/6 after a rapid cameo from Pat Cummins, setting South Africa a daunting 421-run target on Day 4 of the first Test in Durban before Josh Hazlewood struck early blows.

EC Iinyathi's Sithembile Langa celebrates the wicket of Bryce Parsons from Hollywood Bets Dolphins during their T20 match at Buffalo Park Cricket Stadium

Dream date at the Bullring for upset-hunting Iinyathi

The Eastern Cape Iinyathi return to the Wanderers Stadium for the first time since 2014, aiming to cause an upset against the top-flight Lions in the Pro20 Cup.

The Dale first cricket team were triumphant in their Twenty20 match against Queen's College at the weekend

Dale surge to thrilling win over Queen's

An unbeaten half-century by Khwezi Mtshakazi propelled Dale College to a dramatic six-wicket victory over rivals Queen’s College in their Schools SA20 Derby clash.

South Africa's batting coach Ashwell Prince believes the bowling attack, will be key to curbing Australia on day four of the first Test match between South Africa and Australia at the Kingsmead stadium in Durban.

Wickets key to curbing Australia

South Africa batting coach Ashwell Prince urges the Proteas to focus on taking wickets and controlling the run rate to stop Australia from building an insurmountable lead in Durban.

SA's David Bedingham plays a shot on day three of the first Test  against  Australia at  Kingsmead in Durban on Sunday

Australia assume firm control in Durban

Pat Cummins and Australia's pace attack bowled South Africa out for 284 on day three in Durban, taking a commanding 139-run lead by stumps despite stubborn Proteas lower-order resistance.

Warriors batter Jordan Hermann top-scored with 46 to help his side seal a seven-wicket bonus-point victory over the Northern Cape Heat at St George’s Park.

Warriors look to carry powerplay punch into away run

The Dafabet Warriors dominated the Northern Cape Heat with a clinical powerplay display at St George’s Park, securing a bonus-point victory ahead of a tough run of away fixtures against SWD, Dolphins and Iinyathi.

NMU dean of students Dr Sibusiso Mchunu, left, Madibaz Sport director  Vuyo Bongela  and Madibaz Cricket Club president Dev Govindjee  oversee the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the brand new clubhouse at the Absa Oval at Nelson Mandela University
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New NMU clubhouse opens doors for cricket

Nelson Mandela University has unveiled a modern cricket clubhouse at Madiba's Oval, replacing flood-damaged facilities to nurture top sporting talent alongside academic excellence.

EC Iinyathi's  Ayabulela Gqamane in action against the  Dolphins during the Pro20 Cup match at Buffalo Park Cricket Stadium.
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Iinyathi's 'Swiss Knife' Gqamane proves age is just a number

At 37, veteran all-rounder Ayabulela Gqamane proves he still has plenty to offer, smashing an unbeaten 54 off 24 balls to assist Iinyathi in their Pro20 clash.

Prenelan Subrayen of South Africa during the Namibia T20I Series clash against Zimbabwe atthe  Namibia Cricket Ground on August 29, 2026 in Windhoek.
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Subrayen using Pro20 Cup to try impress Proteas coach

Dolphins captain and off-spinner Prenelan Subrayen is targeting the top wicket-taker spot in the Pro20 Cup, aiming to impress Proteas selectors amid a busy summer of international cricket.

South Africa's Wiaan Mulder (C) celebrates with teammates after taking the wicket of Australia's Pat Cummins on day two of the first Test at the Kingsmead stadium in Durban on October 10, 2026.

Renshaw batted brilliantly — Mulder

Wiaan Mulder praised Matt Renshaw's brilliant 190 after Australia fought back from 124/6 to post 390 on day two of the first Test in Durban.

Australia's Matt Renshaw plays a ball on day two of the first Test against South Africa at Kingsmead Stadium in Durban on October 10, 2026.

Gritty Renshaw ton puts Aussies in control on day two

Matt Renshaw's marathon 190 spearheaded Australia's fightback to reach 390 on Day 2 of the first Test in Durban before South Africa lost an early wicket in fading light.

South Africa's Anrich Nortje celebrates after dismissing Australia's Alex Carey on day one of the first Test match at the Kingsmead stadium in Durban on October 9, 2026.

Nortje thrilled to be performing in theatre of Test cricket again

Anrich Nortje made a dramatic return to Test cricket with two wickets in three balls as South Africa reduced Australia to 187/6 on Day 1 in Durban.

South Africa's Wiaan Mulder delivers a ball on day one of the first Test match between South Africa and Australia at the Kingsmead stadium in Durban on October 9, 2026.

Proteas pace attack puts Australia under pressure

South Africa's seam attack left Australia reeling at 124/6 before an unbeaten stand between Matt Renshaw and Pat Cummins guided the visitors to 187/6 ahead of an early stumps due to bad light in Durban.