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World Cup: Pakistan may bank on finger spin to counter South Africa

CHENNAI: When the World Cup fixtures came out, South Africa on a Chennai turner should have been marked by Pakistan as a likely 'win'. Things haven't quite gone to script since then and now the two teams are on two ends of the spectrum.

The Times of India

'Everything sort of clicked back into place...': Steve Smith reveals how he returned to form

NEW DELHI: After a triumphant performance against the Netherlands, Steve Smith, the veteran Australian cricketer, attributed his return to form in the ongoing World Cup to some key technical adjustments. On Wednesday, the 34-year-old displayed his revamped technique as he blazed his way to a robust 68-ball 71, comprising nine…

The Times of India

Kidnapping claims as 500 South African miners emerge from days-long underground strike

Inter-union rivalry led to protests by gold miners in South Africa that saw hundreds of the workers stuck underground for almost three days. They're finally out amidst murky accusations of hostage-taking. Also in this edition: a building boom in Dakar takes an ecological toll. Finally, Lagos Fashion Week gets under…

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The World Bank approved a $1B loan to help blackout-hit South Africa's energy sector

The World Bank has approved a $1 billion loan for South Africa to help it address an energy crisis that has peaked this year with the country’s worst electricity blackouts

The Independent UK

Felix Jones: England’s next assistant coach and Springboks’ secret weapon

Felix Jones may not be a household name but the popular coach has chance to help South Africa to back-to-back World Cup triumphs before joining England

The Guardian - UK

Beloved vs unloved: Contrasting captains collide in Rugby World Cup final

Siya Kolisi is adored by Springboks fans while Sam Cane battles for affection from the All Blacks faithful but both skippers have the same goal in Paris on Saturday

The Independent UK

World Cup: Shahid Afridi wants Iftikhar Ahmed to play like Glenn Maxwell vs South Africa

NEW DELHI: Glenn Maxwell smashed the fastest hundred in the history of the ODI World Cup as Australia pummelled the Netherlands by a record 309 runs at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on Wednesday.

The Times of India

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After many years of frustration, Aiden Markram cracks the ODI code

MUMBAI: Aiden Markram admits that it took him time to understand the nuances of batting in the ODIs. But now that he has learnt the grammar, backed by clear thinking, he is revelling in the newfound joy and South Africa are benefiting from it.

The Times of India

England captain Owen Farrell: Online abuse of Tom Curry not acceptable

Curry has been targeted on social media after he alleged he had been racially abused during the World Cup semi-final defeat to South Africa.

The Independent UK

Amol Muzumdar appointed as head coach of the Indian women’s team

: Amol Muzumdar appointed head coach of India Women's cricket team till 2025 World Cup. He brings wealth of knowledge & keen understanding of modern game. Aiming to provide right preparation & guidance to excel & succeed in upcoming World Cups. Retired as 2nd-highest run-getter in Ranji Trophy & successful…

The Hindu

Izikhothane: a deeper history of a South African youth subculture where luxury items are trashed

In South Africa, a skhothane is a young, fashionably dressed black urban resident who engages in destructive conspicuous consumption. This involves regular get-togethers on weekends in which groups of izikhothane – most likely male teenagers – gather to compete in mock battles where luxury items are often destroyed. The name…

The Conversation

England rail at ‘disgusting’ abuse of Tom Curry over Bongi Mbonambi incident

England have lashed out at the unacceptable online abuse directed at Tom Curry after he accused Bongi Mbonambi of a racial slur

The Guardian - UK

De Kock converts his farewell into a fairy tale

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The Hindu

Ben Earl vows England will set the tone for new era in Argentina play-off

Red Rose come full circle in tournament after agonising defeat to South Africa

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The Independent UK

Tom Curry starts as England reveal team to face Argentina

The flanker has received abuse after making an allegation that South Africa hooker Bongi Mbonambi used a racial slur against him in England’s semi-final defeat

The Independent UK

Tom Curry in England’s starting line-up to face Argentina

The Sale flanker has received online abuse in response to the allegation that he was the victim of a racist slur against South Africa.

The Independent UK

109 miners escape from gold mine in South Africa but others continue union standoff, official says

A company official says more than 100 miners have escaped from a gold mine in South Africa after being held underground for three days by fellow employees in a union dispute

AAP

Diamonds beat South Africa by 19 in first Test

Australia's world champion Diamonds have scored a 62-43 win over South Africa in Cairns in the first match of their three-game series.

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The Independent UK

Sale condemn ‘disgusting abuse’ aimed at Tom Curry and his family

World Rugby is investigating an allegation made by Curry against South Africa hooker Bongi Mbonambi.

The Times of India

ICC World Cup 2023: Australia win toss, opt to bat against Netherlands

Australia's pursuit to continue their winning momentum in the ICC World Cup began with skipper Pat Cummins winning the toss and opting to bat first against Netherlands on Wednesday. However, opening batsman Travis Head didn't find a place in the playing XI after joining the squad and having recovered from…

The Independent UK

South Africa’s dazzling stats behind dominating Cricket World Cup 2023

The Proteas are second in the Cricket World Cup 2023 points table

The Independent UK

Rugby World Cup LIVE: England announce Argentina team as Marcus Smith starts

Steve Borthwick has confirmed his team to face Argentina in the third-place play-off before Saturday’s final between South Africa and New Zealand

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Fact Checking Donald Trump’s Claim He’s Like Nelson Mandela ’Cos Surely He’s Delulu

Donald Trump has compared himself to the first president of South Africa, Nelson Mandela, so we fact checked the claim.

The Times of India

'Just want to let him fly': Aiden Markram praises 'free-spirited' Quinton de Kock

NEW DELHI: South Africa's stand-in skipper Aiden Markram heaped praise on the explosive wicketkeeper-batter Quinton de Kock, who delivered a stunning performance by smashing 174 off 140 balls, securing his third century in just five innings, in a resounding 149-run victory over Bangladesh.

The Hindu

ICC World Cup | Momentum creates confidence: SA batting coach Duminy

South Africa look to carry momentum from wins over England, Bangladesh to next match vs Pakistan. Coach Duminy believes team is ready to handle pressure of chasing, citing Rabada's experience and De Kock's hunger to make big runs.

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