Cricket

Africa’s cricketing history is a rich tapestry of characters, legends, myths and some very real prowess, currently seen not only in South Africa but on the playing fields of Zimbabwe, Kenya, Namibia and a growing number of African countries. SPNAfrica brings news, updates, features and much more, under one roof.

Africa’s promising sports future evident at the 13th Africa Games in Accra

The 13th Africa Games in Ghana revealed Africa's bright sports future, featuring diverse disciplines and standout performances by rising stars.…

8 months ago

AI set to transform cricket in South Africa

Cricket in South Africa is set to evolve, powered by AI and blockchain technology, according to the results of a…

9 months ago

This club is making cricket a sport for ‘ordinary people’

In Chitungwiza, a high-density town in Zimbabwe, a local cricket club has introduced cricket to over 20 public schools and…

1 year ago

Proteas snatch victory from gaping maw of disaster

By Albert Troost Sunshine in the land of the long white cloud Appraisals of character have pretty much lost their…

3 years ago

Time for heroes as a king is dethroned

By Albert Troost PROTEAS TURN AN IMPROBABLY LONG CORNER BUT NEED TO KICK ON How to make sense of any…

3 years ago

History beckons for the Proteas – just as it has before

by Albert Troost An almost-convincing victory over Bangladesh has given South Africa momentum at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup.…

3 years ago

At 41, Chris Gayle targets his third world T20 title ahead of a West Indies return

Quetta Gladiators Chris Gayle plays a shot during the first T20 Pakistan Super League (PSL) cricket match between Karachi Kings…

4 years ago

Australia pull out of South Africa cricket Test tour over coronavirus

Kagiso Rabada of South Africa and team mates celebrate the wicket of Aaron Finch (C) of Australia during the second…

4 years ago

Pakistan spinners frustrate South Africa

Pakistan's players celebrate after the dismissal of South Africa's Rassie van der Dussen (not pictured) during the third day of…

4 years ago

South Africa Tests mark ‘monumental moment’ for Pakistan cricket

South Africa's Aiden Markram (R) is watched by Sri Lanka's wicketkeeper Niroshan Dickwella as he plays a shot during the…

4 years ago