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Mitchell Starc has etched his name in Test cricket history by claiming the best strike-rate in a calendar year among bowlers with at least 50 wickets. The Australian left-armer’s dominant 2025 performance, with 55 wickets at a staggering strike-rate of 28.3 balls per wicket, tops the elite list ahead of legends like Waqar Younis and Dale Steyn. Mitchell Starc’s record-breaking …

The SA20, South Africa’s explosive T20 cricket league, has returned for its fourth season, and the organisers have unveiled the complete list of commentators and presenters to match the on-field spectacle. Featuring former international captains, modern-day greats and seasoned broadcasters, the SA20 2026 broadcast team promises deep insight, entertainment and global appeal. With the league continuing to grow as one …

SA20 have officially announced their lineup of match officials for the upcoming 2025-26 season, featuring a high-caliber mix of international veterans and rising stars. The selection underscores the league’s commitment to world-class officiating as they prepare for another exciting season of the popular tournament. Global experience leads the way The contingent is headlined by ICC Elite Panel Umpires Allahudien Paleker …

In a significant revelation following the high-stakes cricket series between India and South Africa, Proteas captain Temba Bavuma has broken his silence regarding the unsavoury on-field comments directed at him. While the series was marked by intense competition and emotional highs, including South Africa’s historic Test victory on Indian soil after 25 years, these off-field reconciliations have become the center …

With more than three months still remaining before the next Indian Premier League (IPL) season begins, a franchise has already started laying the groundwork for their campaign. In a proactive move aimed at sharpening its bowling resources, the star-studded team is planning to send a group of domestic pacers to South Africa for a specialised training stint. The initiative underlines …

The South African cricket community and fans worldwide are buzzing with joy as Proteas T20I captain Aiden Markram and his wife, Nicole Danielle Markram, have officially announced they are expecting their first child. The couple, who have shared their journey with fans for over a decade, took to Instagram to share the heartwarming news, moving beyond their well-known roles as …

Hardik Pandya’s explosive 63 off 25 balls and his heartfelt gesture towards an injured cameraman lit up India’s 30-run win over South Africa in the fifth T20I at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, sealing the series 3-1 for the hosts.​ Hardik Pandya’s sportsmanship shines as he comforts cameraman hit by his six in fifth T20I Walking in during the …

India once again underlined their authority in the shortest format by clinching the T20I series against South Africa, continuing a run of consistent success built on depth, adaptability, and fearless cricket. While the series win sparked celebrations in the Indian camp, it was the captain’s candid self-assessment that grabbed attention after the final match. Suryakumar Yadav, never one to shy …

India capped off a dominant home season with a commanding all-round display in Ahmedabad, defeating South Africa by 30 runs in the fifth and final T20I to seal the series 3–1. The victory marked India’s eighth consecutive T20I series win, a streak stretching back to December 2023. A raucous Narendra Modi Stadium witnessed momentum swings, explosive strokeplay and decisive middle-over …

India struck a crucial blow just after the powerplay as Reeza Hendricks fell just when South Africa were beginning to steady their innings during 5th T20I. The breakthrough came through a moment of sheer athleticism in the deep, lifting the Ahmedabad crowd instantly. It was the kind of wicket that shifted momentum sharply in India’s favour. IND vs SA: Shivam …