He's been the spearhead of the Proteas attack for some time, yet Kagiso Rabada's suitability as a captain has never really been seriously discussed previously.The 25-year-old quick's role as the Kingfishers' captain in CSA's Solidarity Cup could thus provide some very interesting insights in terms of his leadership abilities.Rabada himself is coy over his role,…
Kagiso Rabada in action in a T20 international against Australia at Newlands on 26 February 2020 (Photo by Ashley Vlotman/Gallo Images) Proteas quickie Kagiso Rabada says his passion for the game should not be confused with having a short temper. Rabada says sledging is part and parcel of cricket. He feels he's at his "most…
Notable statistical landmarks by leading cricketers worldwide for the specific 2020 calendar year look like being in short supply … the ongoing coronavirus crisis should ensure that.Quite when South Africa’s own household names will swing into action again, either at international or domestic level, is a firmly unanswered question.But there is every likelihood that certain…
Kagiso Rabada (Gallo Images) Confident early suggestion for biggest beneficiary of the Proteas' unusually long period of inactivity when the game finally bursts from the blocks again?Mine's Kagiso Rabada.South Africa's thoroughbred fast bowler has long been suggested by experts, and not without reason, as one of the most glaring victims of overplay - ahead of…
Kataza the baboon. Facebook / Baboon Matters The City of Cape Town has asked the public not to feed a baboon that has relocated to Tokai. The baboon, known as Kataza or SK11, is slowly being integrated into the Tokai troop. Video footage, however, shows humans feeding Kataza. The City of Cape Town has requested that Kataza…
As SA Rugby moves to determine which franchises will go to Europe in future, Rassie Erasmus has noted several potential benefits for the local game should that route be followed.The national director of rugby believes the high world rankings of Wales, Ireland and Scotland mean PRO Rugby is competitive and that fans will eventually identify…
(John Finney Photography/Moment/Getty Images) An abnormally bad season of weather may have had a significant impact on the death toll from both World War I and the 1918 Spanish flu pandemic, according to new research, with many more lives being lost due to torrential rain and plummeting temperatures. Through a detailed analysis of an ice…