South Africa

Quinton de Kock (W)

Temba Bavuma (C)

Rassie van der Dussen

Aiden Markram

Heinrich Klaasen

David Miller

Marco Jansen

Keshav Maharaj

Gerald Coetzee

Kagiso Rabada

Tabraiz Shamsi

Australia

Travis Head

David Warner

Mitchell Marsh

Steven Smith

Marnus Labuschagne

Glenn Maxwell

Josh Inglis (W)

Pat Cummins (C)

Mitchell Starc

Adam Zampa

Josh Hazlewood

Adam Palmer Zampa

Alex Tyson Carey

Beau Jacob Webster

Benjamin James Dwarshuis

Brendan James Doggett

Cameron Donald Green

Cooper Patrick Leonard Connolly

Glenn James Maxwell

Jack Edwards

Jake Beath Weatherald

Jhye Avon Richardson

Josh Reginald Hazlewood

Joshua Patrick Inglis

Joshua Ryan Philippe

Mahli Beardman

Marcus Peter Stoinis

Matthew Paul Kuhnemann

Matthew William Short

Matthew Thomas Renshaw

Michael Gertges Neser

Mitchell Ross Marsh

Mitchell J Owen

Mitchell Aaron Starc

Nathan Trevor Ellis

Nathan Michael Lyon

Patrick James Cummins

Scott Michael Boland

Sean Anthony Abbott

Steven Peter Devereux Smith

Timothy Hays David

Travis Michael Head

Usman Tariq Khawaja

Xavier Colin Bartlett

Aiden Kyle Markram

Andile Simelane

Anrich Arno Nortje

Connor Esterhuizen

Corbin Bosch

David Andrew Miller

Dewald Brevis

Dian Forrester

Donovan Ferreira

George Fredrik Linde

Gerald William Coetzee

Jason Franswyn Smith

Jordan Hermann

Keshav Athmanand Maharaj

Kwena Tshegofatso Maphaka

Lhuan-dre Gilbert Pretorius

Lungisani True-man Ngidi

Lubabalo Lutho Sipamla

Nqobani Mokoena

Ottneil Emile Graham Baartman

Prenelan Subrayen

Quinton de Kock

Reeza Raphael Hendricks

Rubin Andrew Hermann

Ryan David Rickelton

Tony de Zorzi

Tristan Stubbs

Pieter Willem Adriaan Mulder

Cricket

ICC Cricket World Cup 2023

South Africa captain Temba Bavuma had a forgettable ODI World Cup 2023 with the bat as he managed to score just 145 runs from eight innings.

A dejected Temba Bavuma after World Cup 2023 semifinal loss (Getty Images)

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'Not going to answer calls from people shouting…': Temba Bavuma in no mood to leave captaincy after World Cup semifinal loss

Despite a fifth World Cup semifinal loss, South Africa's resilient performance and emerging talents signal a promising future. David Miller remains optimistic about claiming the coveted trophy.

South Africa players look dejected following their defeat in the ODI World Cup Semi Final match against Australia at the Eden Gardens on November 16.

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'We are definitely going to win a World Cup': David Miller confident about future after pleasing campaign despite semifinal loss

Australia's Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc gear up for the World Cup final against India. South Africa's coach, Rob Walter, remains indifferent.

South Africa coach Rob Walter speaks during a press conference after the ODI World Cup Semi Final against Australia at Eden Gardens in Kolkata, India.

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'I don’t care who wins': South Africa head coach Rob Walter's brutally honest response on who will secure the World Cup title

South Africa's valiant effort against Australia in the World Cup semifinal, analyzed by coach Rob Walter. Despite setbacks, positives emerge in a hard-fought contest.

South Africa's players react after losing the ODI World Cup semi-final match against Australia at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on November 16.

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'Not remotely close to a choke': South Africa head coach plays down South Africa's 'choker' tag after semifinal loss

Pat Cummins took three wickets including that of centurion David Miller and later finished of the run chase against South Africa in World Cup 2023 semifinal.

Pat Cummins after Australia's three-wicket win over South Africa in World Cup 2023 semifinal (Screengrab: Hotstar)

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'...going to be one-sided but': Pat Cummins' big statement ahead of India vs Australia's World Cup grand finale

Yet again South Africa failed to make it to the ODI World Cup final as Australia defeated Proteas by three wickets in the low-scoring thrilling semifinal to cruise into the final.

South Africa skipper Temba Bavuma looks on during the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup India 2023 Semi Final match between South Africa and Australia at Eden Gardens on November 16, 2023 in Kolkata, India. (Getty Images)

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'...that's where we lost the game': Gutted Temba Bavuma after South Africa failed to make World Cup final following Australia jolt

Batting all-rounder Travis Head was not a part of the side that played against hosts India in their World Cup 2023 opening encounter in Chennai.

Travis Head in the post-match presentation after Australia's win over South Africa in World Cup 2023 semifinal (Screengrab: Hotstar)

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'Unbelievable attack. Never dreamed of...': Travis Head's nervous statement ahead of World Cup final against India

Australia managed to pull off a three-wicket win against South Africa in the ODI World Cup semifinal at the Eden Gardens stadium on November 16.

South Africa's Tabraiz Shamsi celebrates after dismissing Glenn Maxwell during World Cup semifinal. (Getty Images)

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WATCH: Pumped up Tabraiz Shamsi breaks into wild celebration after getting rid of Glenn Maxwell during AUS vs SA semis

Quinton de Kock bid goodbye to ODI cricket as South Africa lost to Australia by three wickets in the World Cup 2023 semifinal at Eden Gardens, Kolkata.

Pat Cummins plays a shot as Temba Bavuma reacts in World Cup 2023 semifinal (Getty Images)

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Australia choke South Africa in low-scoring encounter to make it to their 8th World Cup final as Miller's ton goes in vain

Australia's superstar batter David Warner achieved yet another feat as he became the first Australian batter to notch 500-plus runs in two ODI World Cup editions.

Australia's David Warner hits a six during the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup India 2023 Semi Final match between South Africa and Australia at Eden Gardens on November 16, 2023 in Kolkata, India. (Getty Images)

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Shreyas Iyer reacts after PBKS’ first IPL 2026 loss, admits fatigue and bowling lapses as RR chase down 222 in a thrilling encounter.

Shreyas Iyer admits bowling execution lapses and slight fatigue after PBKS’ first loss despite posting a strong total of 222.

Iyer backs team’s process and remains optimistic, praises Harpreet Brar’s impressive performance in a tough outing

“Body was a bit fatigued”: Shreyas Iyer opens up after PBKS’ first IPL 2026 defeat

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“Body was a bit fatigued”: Shreyas Iyer opens up after PBKS’ first IPL 2026 loss

RR end PBKS’ unbeaten run with a stunning 222 chase. Jaiswal and Ferreira star as Rajasthan pull off a thrilling win in IPL 2026.

Rajasthan Royals (RR) became the first team in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 to defeat the Punjab Kings (PBKS).

PBKS posted a formidable total of 222 runs in 20 overs.

RR successfully chased down the target in 19.2 overs in a high-scoring thriller.

IPL 2026: RR snap PBKS’ unbeaten streak, chase down 222 with four bowls to spare

RR break PBKS’ unbeaten run

Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s impressive IPL form sparks a fresh debate, with a veteran backing his potential return to the Indian team.

Mohammad Kaif cricketer backs Bhuvneshwar Kumar for India comeback.

Strong IPL performances put the experienced pacer back in national contention.

Veteran voices support for Bhuvneshwar Kumar, says “India comeback? Why not”

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Priyansh Arya reveals a fun six-hitting bet with Prabhsimran Singh that comes with a special prize. A look at PBKS’ explosive opening duo.

Priyansh Arya recently revealed a fun bet between him and his opening partner Prabhsimran Singh.

The duo is competing to hit the most sixes, with a special prize at stake—a bat from Shreyas Iyer for the winner.

"Whoever hits the most sixes will get...":  Priyansh Arya reveals the bet with Prabhsimran Singh over six-hitting contest

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"Whoever hits most sixes will...": Priyansh Arya on bet with Prabhsimran Singh

RR opt to bowl first vs PBKS in IPL 2026 clash. Both teams make two changes—check full playing XIs and captains’ toss reactions.

Riyan Parag wins the toss and opts to bowl first as RR look to exploit early moisture against PBKS

Both teams make two key changes with Dasun Shanaka and Lockie Ferguson among the notable inclusions

IPL 2026: RR opted to bowl first against PBKS, two changes in each side, know playing XIs

Riyan Parag and Shreyas Iyer

IPL 2026: RR opted to bowl first against PBKS, two changes in each side

Latest ICC Women’s T20I rankings bring notable shifts for Indian stars like Smriti Mandhana & Deepti Sharma, with key movements across batting and bowling charts.

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'Not going to answer calls from people shouting…': Temba Bavuma in no mood to leave captaincy after World Cup semifinal loss

'We are definitely going to win a World Cup': David Miller confident about future after pleasing campaign despite semifinal loss

'I don’t care who wins': South Africa head coach Rob Walter's brutally honest response on who will secure the World Cup title