Lesego Senokwane

South Africa's Test squad for the Zimbabwe series features rising stars Lhuan-dre Pretorius and Dewald Brevis, recognized for their stellar domestic performances. Lesego Senokwane, Codi Yusuf, and Prenelan Subrayen also earned call-ups. Key players like Jansen and Rabada are rested. Coach Conrad aims to expose young talents to Test cricket's demands.

South Africa's cricket team received a hero's welcome in Johannesburg after their World Test Championship victory, their first major ICC trophy since 1998. Aiden Markram's century and Kagiso Rabada's nine wickets were crucial in the win against Australia. Looking forward, a new-look Proteas squad, including uncapped players, will face Zimbabwe in a two-Test series.

Rishabh Pant's aggressive 64 not out led India 'A's fightback against South Africa 'A' on day three. Chasing 275, India 'A' reached 119/4 at stumps, with Pant showcasing his trademark flair. Earlier, South Africa 'A' were bowled out for 199, with Tanush Kotian taking four wickets. A thrilling final day awaits.

India 'A' secured a thrilling three-wicket victory against South Africa 'A' in the first four-day match. Despite losing skipper Rishabh Pant for 90, a crucial 62-run partnership between Anshul Kamboj and Manav Suthar guided the hosts to their target of 275. The win sets a positive tone for the upcoming Test series.

Despite a green pitch, India 'A' spinners, led by Tanush Kotian's 4/83, dominated South Africa 'A' on Day 1. Opener Jordan Hermann's 71 and Zubayr Hamza's 66 built a strong foundation, but quick wickets late in the day left the visitors at 299/9. Rishabh Pant returned to keeping duties without issue.

Indian pacers Mohammed Siraj and Akash Deep, along with spinner Kuldeep Yadav, utilised favourable conditions on Day 2 of the India 'A' red-ball game against South Africa 'A'. Visiting skipper Marques Ackerman's attacking century of 134 challenged the bowlers, but India 'A' secured a slender 34-run first-innings lead.