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AB de Villiers' offer came in too late to change team: Faf du Plessis
Updated : 6 years, 9 months ago IST
Dubai [UAE], June 11 (ANI): Days after South Africa coach Ottis Gibson and selection panel convenor Linda Zondi put forward their views on AB de Villiers' desire to feature in the ongoing ICC Men's Cricket World Cup, skipper Faf du Plessis also opined over the issue saying his offer came in
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De Villiers' return would have been unfair, says CSA selection panel conve
Updated : 6 years, 9 months ago IST
Johannesburg [South Africa], June 6 (ANI): South Africa's national selection panel Convenor Linda Zondi on Thursday said that AB de Villiers' desire of returning to the team was overlooked as it would have been unfair to young talents.
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Yuzvendra Chahal terms Faf du Plessis' wicket as 'favourite'
Updated : 6 years, 9 months ago IST
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 6 (ANI): India spinner Yuzvendra Chahal, who bowled an impeccable spell during India's opening match in the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup on Wednesday, revealed that the wicket of South Africa skipper Faf du Plessis was his favourite.
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It's important to stay strong despite injuries, says Faf du Plessis
Updated : 6 years, 9 months ago IST
Southampton (UK), June 4 (ANI): On the eve of India-South Africa's World Cup match, Proteas skipper Faf Du Plessis on Tuesday said the team needs to "stay strong despite the injury woes" that have bogged down the side.
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Very important for our players to stay calm: Mashrafe Mortaza
Updated : 6 years, 9 months ago IST
Dubai [UAE], Jun 3 (ANI): After recording the famous victory over South Africa in a World Cup match on Sunday, Bangladesh skipper Mashrafe Mortaza said that his team has a long way to go in the tournament.
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If players do not perform, there will be a lot of harsh words: Faf du Ples
Updated : 6 years, 9 months ago IST
Cape Town [South Africa], June 3 (ANI): South Africa's situation went from bad to worse as they lost their second consecutive match in the ongoing ICC Men's Cricket World Cup. After facing a massive 104-run defeat at the hands of England, South Africa struggled to chase the 331 run target ag
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Prepared from last year to bowl with new ball, says Imran Tahir
Updated : 6 years, 9 months ago IST
London [UK], June 2 (ANI): South Africa leg-spinner Imran Tahir on Saturday said that he has been preparing with a new ball from the last year to deliver initial overs of the match.
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CWC'19: Key players to watch out for in Proteas-Bangladesh clash
Updated : 6 years, 9 months ago IST
London [UK], Jun 2 (ANI): After going down to the host England in their opening encounter, South Africa will lock horns with Bangladesh in the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2019 at the Kennington Oval in London, starting at 3:00 pm (IST) today.
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CWC'19: England were better than us in all facets of the game, says Faf du
Updated : 6 years, 10 months ago IST
London [UK], May 31 (ANI): South Africa captain Faf du Plessis lauded England, saying the host were better than them in all three facets of the game. However, he stressed to put the first lose behind and focus on Proteas' next ICC Cricket World Cup game.
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Steyn's absence has forced South Africa to look for Plan B and C, says ski
Updated : 6 years, 10 months ago IST
London [UK], May 29 (ANI): Ahead of the World Cup opening match against England, South Africa faced a setback as pacer Dale Steyn was ruled out because of a shoulder injury. Acknowledging this to be a 'big loss' to the team, skipper Faf du Plessis said they were anticipating this to happen.
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South Africa's selection conundrum despite a victorious day
Updated : 6 years, 10 months ago IST
Dubai [UAE], May 25 (ANI): South Africa's 87-run victory over Sri Lanka in their first ICC Men's Cricket World Cup warm-up match on Friday must have boosted their confidence before heading into the premier tournament. But the victory has also raised some selection questions for the winning s
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CWC19 Warm-up: South Africa defeats Sri Lanka by 87 runs
Updated : 6 years, 10 months ago IST
Cardiff [UK], May 24 (ANI): South Africa defeated Sri Lanka by 87 runs on Friday in a warm-up fixture at Cardiff ahead of the upcoming Cricket World Cup.
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