Proteas, Afghanistan and Champions Trophy

Proteas face high-stakes clash against injury-hit but dominant Australia in ICC Champions Trophy
South Africa and Australia are set for a crucial ICC Champions Trophy showdown in Rawalpindi on Tuesday. Despite missing key players, the Aussies showcased their world-champion mentality by chasing down 352 against England with ease.
Rickelton headlines Proteas' emphatic win over Champions Trophy debutants Afghanistan
Having set a commanding total of 315/6, South Africa wrapped up an all-round win to get off the mark at the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
Champions Trophy 2025: Proteas’ stars etch name in unique list with stellar show against Afghanistan
With four of South Africa's star players hitting half centuries in a single innings against Pakistan, the group of players etched their named in a unique list.
Six things Proteas must do to seize momentum against Afghanistan in ICC Champions Trophy opener
With the Proteas’ ICC Champions Trophy opener against Afghanistan on the horizon, here are six key strategies SA must employ to secure a confident start in Karachi.
Proteas set Champions Trophy statement with dominant win over Afghanistan
South Africa picked the right time to snap their six-match ODI losing streak when they crushed Afghanistan by 107 runs in their Champions Trophy clash at the National Stadium in Karachi on Friday.
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Originally known as the ICC Knockout when it was staged in 1998 in Dhaka, Bangladesh and in 2000 in Nairobi, Kenya. The event was renamed the ICC Champions Trophy in 2002, and was held every two years until 2009 (when it was held in South Africa after the scheduled event in 2008 in Pakistan had to be cancelled).
Temba Bavuma: No real baggage exists amongst Proteas ahead of ICC Champions Trophy opener
Temba Bavuma’s Proteas squad are hoping to overcome their past to seize glory against a resilient Afghanistan team in their ICC Champions Trophy opener on Friday.
South Africa wins the toss, elects to bat against Afghanistan in cricket's Champions Trophy
Afghanistan captain Hashmatullah Shahidi dismissed political calls to boycott Afghanistan’s cricket games in the Champions Trophy after politicians in England and South Africa urged their cricket authorities to forfeit the group games against Afghanistan because of the Taliban’s ban on women’s sport and erosion of women’s rights.
South Africa suffer injury scare, star batter ruled out of Champions Trophy clash against Afghanistan
South Africa have suffered an injury scare due to which their star batter Heinrich Klaasen will be missing out on the Afghanistan clash.
AFG Vs SA: Star Proteas Batter Ruled Out Of Crucial Champions Trophy 2025 Fixture, Here's Why
Star Proteas batsman Heinrich Klaasen shockingly misses out on the crucial ICC Champions Trophy 2025 fixture vs Afghanistan, as the wicket-keeper batsman has reportedly sustained a discomfort in his left elbow.
Proteas pace bowlers sweep through Afghanistan despite “flat pitches”
South Africa's cricket team, led by Kagiso Rabada, showcased their bowling prowess in a commanding 107-run victory over ...
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Proteas take step into unknown over pitch against Aussies
The Proteas will take a step into the unknown regarding what conditions to expect when they face Australia in a crunch ...
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OZ MUST BE READY: KG warns Proteas ahead of Australia clash
KAGISO Rabada believes the Proteas will need to have “their wits about them” when they face Australia in a crucial Champions ...
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Where is former Proteas batting all-rounder JP Duminy now?
JP Duminy enjoyed a successful career with the Proteas, making 46 Test appearances and earning 199 One Day International (ODI ...
Rickelton ‘chuffed’ with maiden ODI ton to get Proteas up and running in Karachi
Ryan Rickelton has not only made his mark on the ICC Champions Trophy with a stellar century but has also established himself ...
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Proteas shake off 6-match bogey to get Champs Trophy run going, but booby traps lie in wait
There's still a long way to go for the Proteas in the Champions Trophy and exams to follow in the form of Australia and ...
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From Proteas Star to Coaching and Personal Challenges: Where is JP Duminy Now?
JP Duminy, former Proteas star, moved from international cricket to coaching while facing personal struggles. Discover his ...
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Proteas Gear Up for Batting Test in Pakistan
Keshav Maharaj outlines South Africa's strategy to tackle Pakistan’s batting conditions in the Champions Trophy. Despite the batter-friendly pitches, the Proteas remain vigilant. Maharaj anticipates a ...