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Cricket World Cup 2023: what it'll take for South Africa to win

Second-ranked South Africa is the only African team to make it to the semi-finals at the 2023 Cricket World Cup. After being banished from the international game in 1970 because of apartheid policies, the country began playing in the tournament in 1992 once democracy was on the cards. Since then…

The Conversation

SA vs AFG | South Africa scrapes past spirited Afghanistan

Afghanistan skipper Hashmatullah Shahidi won the toss and chose to bat against South Africa in their must-win World Cup match. Proteas brought in Phehlukwayo and Coetzee, while Afghanistan remain unchanged

The Hindu

Cricket World Cup points table: Why are India above South Africa and Australia

India are the only unbeaten side in this World Cup’s group stage

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World Cup: Afghanistan opt to bat against South Africa

NEW DELHI: Afghanistan captain Hashmatullah Shahidi won the toss and chose to bat against South Africa in the 42nd match of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Friday.

The Times of India

South Africa beat Afghanistan by five wickets: Cricket World Cup 2023 – as it happened

South Africa completed their round-robin games with a flourish to end Afghanistan’s hopes of a semi-final place

The Guardian - UK

South Africa celebrate 32 years of return to international cricket

NEW DELHI: The iconic Eden Gardens stadium in Kolkata, with its storied history in cricket, holds a special place for South Africa, marking the venue where they made their comeback to international cricket on November 10, 1991. The day remains etched in cricketing history as South Africa returned to the…

The Times of India

World Cup, South Africa vs Afghanistan: South Africa chase momentum before semis

While Afghanistan seek winning end to campaign after heartbreak against Australia

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SA vs AFG, ODI World Cup: When and where to watch, head-to-head, live telecast, live streaming, predicted playing XIs, venue

NEW DELHI: Afghanistan's cricket team captain, Hashmatullah Shahidi, expressed his disappointment as dreams of a World Cup semi-final spot slipped away. Despite securing victories against reigning champions England, as well as Pakistan and Sri Lanka, Afghanistan faced a setback against Australia, with Glenn Maxwell's exceptional innings proving to be a…

The Times of India

World Cup 2023 | Afghanistan captain Hashmatullah Shahidi bats for more ODI games

Afghanistan's successful WC campaign (4 wins) has led captain Hashmatullah Shahidi to hope for more ODI matches from ICC & ACB. He believes 50-over cricket is important & will help the team improve. Despite a loss to Australia, Shahidi is determined to come back stronger against South Africa.

The Hindu

World Cup 2023 | Afghanistan, South Africa seek morale-boosting win

Afgh. hope 4 semis dashed by NZ win; need spirited performance vs. SA. Afghans: batters impressive, spinners need to step up. SA: Bavuma needs to find form, de Kock, Klaasen, Markram stepped up; Maharaj go-to-bowler, Shamsi an option.

The Hindu

‘India will win the World Cup’: Former cricketer Syed Kirmani

Syed Kirmani backs India to win World Cup; Jonty Rhodes delighted with individual and team performances. India, South Africa, Australia qualify for semi-finals.

The Hindu

South Africa vs Afghanistan live stream — how to watch Cricket World Cup game online

The South Africa vs Afghanistan live stream from the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 will likely see the end of the involvement of surprise package Afghanistan

Tom’s Guide

Tourists are returning to South Africa – but the sector will need to go green to deal with the country's electricity crisis

For the past 16 years South Africans have dreaded rolling power cuts euphemistically dubbed “loadshedding”. These are caused by the ailing state power entity Eskom’s crumbling infrastructure and its over-reliance on ageing and poorly maintained coal-fired power stations. Loadshedding has worsened in 2023, with some areas experiencing power cuts for…

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David Miller confident South Africa can ace the chase in World Cup

NEW DELHI: South Africa experienced both of their defeats at the 50-overs World Cup while chasing, yet batter David Miller doesn't perceive this as a significant concern as they advance into the crucial stage of the tournament.

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Al Jazeera

Dream or mirage: Can South Africa’s white-led opposition win in 2024?

South Africa’s key opposition party believes it is the government-in-waiting ahead of the 2024 vote. But analysts doubt.

Al Jazeera

South Africa turns to army in nationwide clampdown on illegal mining

As many as 3,300 army personnel will take part in an ‘intensified’ operation to curb illegal mining across South Africa.

The Times of India

World Cup: Afghanistan still hopeful of semi-final berth, South Africa seek perfect chase

Before their semifinal showdown, South Africa aim to address their struggles in chasing, while Afghanistan are confident in defeating another top team when they clash in an ICC World Cup game this Friday.

The Times of India

ICC World Cup: Excited Netherlands look to play the 'ideal game' against India

Facing the undefeated India in their final league match of the ICC World Cup on Sunday doesn't faze the Netherlands at all, according to all-rounder Teja Nidamanuru. After coming through the qualifiers and securing victories against South Africa and Bangladesh in their eight matches, the Dutch team remains unfazed by…

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South Africa to call in Israeli envoy for formal reprimand

South Africa will call in Israel's ambassador to issue him with a "demarche", or formal reprimand, a senior foreign policy official said on Wednesday, potentially deepening divisions between the two countries over the war in Gaza.

The Times of India

World Cup: The qualifying scenarios for three teams battling for last semi-final spot

NEW DELHI: With three semi-final spots taken by India, South Africa and Australia in the ongoing ICC World Cup, it's an intense battle for the last spot as three teams enter the home straight still in position to grab it and avoid elimination.

Evening Standard

Inside South Africa's 'healing' Sterrekopje Farm

A farmstead at the foot of Western Cape’s Franschhoek mountains is harnessing the healing power of mother nature, says Chloe Sachdev

The Hindu

ICC WORLD CUP | Pakistan gets a boost as leg-spinner Shadab returns to training

Pakistan fielding a fit-again Shadab Khan in its crucial World Cup encounter against England looked brighter with the all-rounder taking part in the team’s nets session at the Eden Gardens here on Wednesday. As the Pakistani team resumed its practice ahead of its final round robin league match on Saturday…

The Times of India

‘Inconsistent' Babar Azam toils hard at nets; Shadab Khan set for return

NEW DELHI: Pakistan's preparations for the crucial World Cup match against England in Kolkata showcased the team's focused training session. All-rounder Shadab Khan, recuperating from a concussion, appeared geared for a comeback. The team's skipper, Babar Azam, sought to make a significant impact in the tournament.

The Hindu

India starts with a win over Britain in the IC Rod Laver Junior tennis

India beat Britain 4-2 in the first round of the IC Rod Laver Junior Challenge Finals. Manas and Rushil won their singles and doubles matches, while Sohini won her singles match. Asmi lost her singles, but Asmi and Sohini lost their doubles match. South Africa and Italy also won their…

The Times of India

ICC ODI World Cup: NZ or PAK or AFG - Which team India are most likely to face in semis

NEW DELHI: Riding on a 'big show' from Glenn Maxwell, Australia on Tuesday booked their berth in the semi-finals of the ongoing ICC ODI World Cup. Australia assured themselves a top three finish with the win and a semi-final date with South Africa.

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