Adam Bacher

Jarren Bacher, grandson of South African cricket legend Ali Bacher, is pursuing his professional aspirations as an off-spinner with the Johannesburg Super Kings. Inspired by Ravi Ashwin's fighting spirit, Jarren transitioned from wicketkeeper-batter to bowler, dedicating years to honing his skills in England before returning to South Africa to pursue his career.

Cricket South Africa faced substantial criticism from both current and former players for its decision to unveil a second-string team for the Test tour of New Zealand. South Africa named as many as seven uncapped players, including a new captain, for the two-Test series, while top South African cricketers will play the second season of the SA20. Former South African legend Brian McMillan also joined the chorus expressing his disappointment over CSA's move and commended India and Virat Kohli for giving priority to Test cricket.

Brian McMillan, a former international cricketer, discovered his talent in teaching Afrikaans and science in school. After retiring from cricket, he joined his family business and became an all-rounder with versatility. He also completed an MBA course and worked with companies like Canon. For seven years, McMillan played a significant role in South Africa's international cricket team, serving as a mean third seamer, a useful batter, and a fielder with bucket-like hands. He was disillusioned with the politics in South African cricket administration.

Cricket South Africa (CSA) is to consider a new Director of Cricket post as well introducing a permanent position for the convenor of selectors.

As India and South Africa prepare for their upcoming Test series, the legendary 222-run partnership between Sachin Tendulkar and Mohammad Azharuddin in Cape Town 1997 evokes memories of India's fighting spirit. This iconic stand, forged under immense pressure, showcased India's fighting spirit, even as they fell to a mountain first innings deficit against the hosts.

'A Mohammed' is called Azeem 'Ashraf' Mohammed and was known throughout South Africa as 'Azeem' who is now aged 31. He was based in Johannesburg.