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Zubayr Hamza believes his time at the Lions has given him a different perspective ahead of his Proteas return
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Hamza returns with fresh perspective

Top-order batter Zubayr Hamza reflects on how four seasons with the DP World Lions shaped his game as he prepares for a recall to the Proteas squad for the Bangladesh Test series.

Dafabet Warriors batsmen Sibonelo Makhanya, left, and Tristan Stubbs helped their team defeat Eastern Storm on Sunday
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Warriors focused on next test, says Stubbs

Defending champions Dafabet Warriors secured their place in the YesPlay Pro20 Cup semi-finals after a 20-run win over Eastern Storm, with captain Tristan Stubbs already eyeing their next challenge.

Opening batter Sibonelo Makhanya hit 74 off 42 balls as the Dafabet Warriors beat the Eastern Storm by 20 runs in the YesPlayPro20 Cup in Benoni on Sunday
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Warriors complete top-four mission after win over Storm

The Dafabet Warriors secured top spot in the CSA Pro20 Cup Super Eights table after an explosive batting performance guided them to a 20-run victory over Eastern Storm.

Heatherbank Cricket Club batter Kyran van Rooyen top-scored with a fighting 47 as his side suffered a 10-wicket defeat against Gelvandale  in the opening round of the Nelson Mandela Bay Cricket Association’s  Premier 50-over competition at the Gelvandale Oval on Sunday
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Gelvandale set early 50-over pace, PECC down Gamrose in T20

Gelvandale Cricket Club made an emphatic start to the Nelson Mandela Bay Cricket Association Premier 50-over competition with a 10-wicket win over Heatherbank, while Despatch edged a thriller against Gamrose.

Premier League action moves into the 50-over competition this weekend as the T20 group stage continues. Pictured is Mishlali Sodladla from Old Grey CC in action.  
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Premier 50-over action begins

The Nelson Mandela Bay Cricket Association Premier League kicks off its premier 50-over competition this weekend alongside critical fixtures in the ongoing Premier T20 tournament.

Head coach Shukri Conrad believes the Proteas have the depth and character to remain competitive at the top of Test cricket following their series victory over Australia

Proteas cannot afford to stand still

Following a memorable Test series victory against Australia, Proteas coach Shukri Conrad urges South Africa to build on their squad depth and avoid complacency ahead of Bangladesh's visit.

The Dafabet Warriors aim to continue their winning momentum when they host Dafabet Boland in the YesPlay Pro20 Cup in Gqeberha on Thursday
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Warriors target Boland to strengthen final push

The Dafabet Warriors captain Matthew de Villiers urges his team to focus on the basics and sharpen their batting partnerships ahead of their crucial Super Eight match against Boland.

Proteas coach Shukri Conrad is delighted with his team's 2-1 Test series victory over Australia at Newlands

Triumphant Proteas can improve further, says Conrad

After leading South Africa to a historic 2-1 Test series turnaround against Australia, coach Shukri Conrad says the Proteas are still far from reaching their ultimate potential.

 Tony de Zorzi returns to the Proteas cricket squad for their upcoming Test series against Bangladesh
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De Zorzi returns, Hamza included for Bangladesh Tests

South Africa has announced a 15-man Test squad to face Bangladesh, with Tony de Zorzi and Anrich Nortje making their returns from injury alongside a call-up for Zubayr Hamza.

Marco Jansen, the ICC's No 1-ranked Test bowler and all-rounder, says SA have become better at adapting to pressure
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Jansen keeps his feet on the ground

Despite climbing to the top of the ICC Test rankings as the world's No 1 bowler and all-rounder, Proteas star Marco Jansen remains grounded following South Africa's series victory over Australia.

Despatch Cricket Club batter Dylan Thompson, who would later retire hurt,  in action in an NMBCA clash against  Old Grey Cricket Club at the Despatch Oval on Saturday
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Despatch beat Old Grey, Cavaliers claim weekend double

Despatch CC consolidated their position at the summit of Group A with a five-wicket win over Old Grey CC, while Northern Cavaliers CC also enjoyed a victorious weekend in the NMBCA Premier League.

Dafabet Warriors captain Matthew de Villiers says his side will need to show greater consistency  after their hard-fought four-wicket win over Western Province at St George’s Park on Saturday

De Villiers wants Warriors to build better partnerships

Dafabet Warriors captain Matthew de Villiers has called for improved batting partnerships after his team overcame a middle-order wobble to defeat Western Province by four wickets at St George's Park.

Proteas skipper Temba Bavuma admits he did not expect SA to be in this position two years ago, but after another major series win, he believes the sky is the limit.
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Proteas belief driving team success, says Bavuma

Temba Bavuma praises South Africa's iconic Test series comeback victory over Australia, stating the hard-fought triumph provides vital momentum and belief for their World Test Championship campaign.

Dafabet Warriors batter JP King continued his good form for the men in black as his unbeaten 32 helped the Warriors claim a nervy four wicket win over the Western Province Cobras in the YesPlay Pro20 Cup in Gqeberha on Saturday.

Warriors seal Super 8 win over Western Province

The Dafabet Warriors overcame an inspired five-wicket haul from Oliver Whitehead to beat Western Province by four wickets at St George’s Park, getting their Super Eights campaign off to a winning start.

Player of the match Simon Harmer (c) is congratulated by teammates after taking the wicket of Australia's Josh Hazlewood on day five of the third Test match between South Africa and Australia at Newlands stadium in Cape Town on October 31, 2026.
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SA complete famous turnaround to claim series at Newlands

South Africa produced a breathtaking comeback at Newlands to defeat Australia by 176 runs, securing an emphatic 2-1 Test series victory.