TEST CRICKET

Proteas

Proteas set for big Test season in 2026-27 after home hiatus

South African cricket fans can look forward to a packed home Test calendar in 2026-27, with the Proteas scheduled to host eight matches - but not before sitting out a full season of red-ball cricket on home soil.

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Virat Kohli not planning on retiring any time soon

Legendary India batter Virat Kohli has poured cold water on rumours suggesting he was considering retiring from international cricket.

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Proteas urged to remain patient in search victory at Newlands

Proteas bowling coach Piet Botha has urged the team to stay patient as they go in search of the remaining eight wickets to wrap up victory against Pakistan in the second Test at Newlands.

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Corbin Bosch continues dream Test debut as Proteas hold edge over Pakistan

Corbin Bosch continued his dream debut and Aiden Markram top-scored as the Proteas continue to hold the edge over Pakistan after the second day of the first Test in Centurion.

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Proteas take control at Kingsmead as Sri Lankan batsmen removed for record-low 42

Day two of the first Test between South Africa and Sri Lanka at Kingsmead, Durban, saw the hosts dominate with the ball.

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Proteas bloom with record Test win over Bangladesh to secure series

South Africa wrapped up the second Test and the series 2-0 with a best-ever innings and 273 victory over Bangladesh in Chattogram on Thursday.