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Dean Elgar
Sun, August 11 2024
End of an Era: 10 International Cricketers Retiring in 2024
Here’s a look at the top 10 international cricketers who retired in 2024 and the impact they had on the game.
Fri, January 05 2024
Ind vs Sa 2nd Test Day 2: Rohit Breaks Captaincy Records, Leave Kohli & Dhoni Behind | Rohit Sharma
India won the second Test against South Africa by a 7-wicket margin at Newlands in Cape Town on Thursday. It saw the two-match Test series finish 1-1 with South Africa winning the opener by an innings and 32 runs. By winning at Newlands, India became the first Asian nation to win a Test against South Africa in Cape Town. Rohit Sharma (17*) and Yashasvi Jaiswal (28) scored bulk of the runs, in a 44 run opening-wicket stand, as India chased down the 79 run target in 12 overs. It saw the Test finish inside four and a half sessions despite Aiden Markram scoring a combative century to steer the hosts to 176 runs.
Thu, January 04 2024
SA batting coach Prince: This is the fastest Newlands track I have ever seen, with a variable bounce
Newlands pitch turned the game for the SouthAfrican batters. at the end of Day 1, Mohammed Siraj the star bowler of India over powered the South African batters and strikes 6 wickets .
Thu, January 04 2024
“My record on our wickets has been pretty good”: SA skipper Elgar on pitch following day one of second Test
"I cannot say that (the pitch is bad) because personally, I have had success on wickets that have gone around. My record on our wickets has been pretty good," he said as quoted by ESPNCricinfo.
Fri, December 29 2023
SA vs IND 2nd Test: South Africa announces Dean Elgar as new captain for final test. Know why
Elgar is no stranger to leadership, having previously led the Proteas, including the most recent Test series between India and South Africa. After falling behind 1-0 in 2022-23, the opening led by example to complete a 2-1 comeback triumph.
Fri, December 29 2023
First time in 146 years: Virat Kohli reaches another milestone
Every time Virat bats records are shattered and this time was no different, South Africa won the first test but Kohli's records reached an all time high
Thu, December 28 2023
India’s pace-bowling a cause of concern as Prasidh and Shardul fail to instill confidence
South Africa is considered to be paradise for pace-bowlers but India still wasn't able to take its advantage. This has raised a concern as to what lies in future for India's pace-bowling attack
Fri, December 22 2023
“All good things come to an end”: Former South Africa skipper Dean Elgar set to retire from cricket
"Playing the game of cricket has always been a dream of mine but having the opportunity to represent your country is the ultimate!" Elgar said in his statement as quoted from ICC.
Fri, December 22 2023
Dean Elgar to retire from International Cricket after India Tests
After eleven years of service to South Africa, Dean Elgar will be retiring from international cricket.
Wed, December 28 2022
Simon Katich Slams Dean Elgar Over ‘Terrible’ Tactics, Decision Making In MCG Test Against Australia
Former Australia opener Simon Katich has slammed South Africa skipper Dean Elgar over his tactics and decision-making in the ongoing second Test against Australia at the MCG, terming them as "terrible".