Rob Walter

New Zealand leg-spinner Ish Sodhi has been ruled out of the T20I series against South Africa due to a fractured thumb sustained in training. The injury will sideline him for at least four weeks, impacting the team's spin attack. Lockie Ferguson is set to return for the upcoming matches.

Luke Ronchi and Jacob Oram have been granted leave by New Zealand Cricket to coach Islamabad United in the 2026 Pakistan Super League. Ronchi will be head coach while Oram serves as assistant. They will miss New Zealand’s series against South Africa national cricket team and the Bangladesh tour, with NZC saying the experience will benefit the national setup.

South Africa coach Rob Walter expressed optimism about the team's future prospects, stating that their finest performances are still ahead of them. He emphasized that the squad is not weighed down by previous close defeats and will draw inspiration from their ability to perform well in critical situations as they progress to the T20 World Cup semifinals.

Hours after Pakistan's Test win against Sri Lanka in Sharjah, Saeed Ajmal flew off to South Africa on a mission. A part of the Unlimited Titans in the South African RAM SLAM T20 league, Ajmal will don the Titans colours during their crucial game against Cape Cobras on Wednesday.

South Africa, the only unbeaten team, enter the T20 World Cup semi-final against New Zealand as favourites. Their balanced squad, with players stepping up consistently, and a strong pace attack, fuels their confidence. New Zealand, coached by former SA mentor Rob Walter, aim to upset the Proteas' impressive run, acknowledging the need for their best performance.

Rob Walter has resigned as South Africa’s white-ball coach, with his tenure marked by significant achievements, including the team's first ICC Men’s T20 World Cup final appearance in 2024 and a semi-final spot in the 2023 Cricket World Cup. CSA will soon announce his successor.

South Africa's coach, Rob Walter, defended his team against the "choker" label after their World Cup semifinal loss. He stated that a choke is losing a game that you should have won, but in this instance, South Africa fought their way back and put up a competitive score. Walter expressed pride in his team's fight and believed that the first few overs of the match made the difference. He remains optimistic about the future and believes there is room for growth for the team.

South Africa has selected Nqaba Peter, Andile Simelane, and Jason Smith for their series against Afghanistan and Ireland in the UAE. They will compete in two T20 matches against Ireland and three ODIs each against Afghanistan and Ireland. Coach Rob Walter's goal is to build a broader player pool for upcoming major tournaments.

South Africa head coach Rob Walter blamed their bowling for giving away 70-80 runs extra in their World Cup game against India, who outclassed them by 243 runs on Sunday.

Lockie Ferguson will depart the T20 World Cup to be with his wife for the birth of their first child, missing New Zealand's match against Canada. Coach Rob Walter confirmed Ferguson is expected to rejoin the squad for the Super 8 stage if New Zealand qualifies, with travelling reserves on standby.

South Africa's coach, Rob Walter, remains cautious ahead of their Champions Trophy match against England despite their recent poor form. A win for South Africa secures a semi-final spot, while a loss leaves them reliant on other outcomes. Heinrich Klaasen is set to return after an elbow injury, strengthening South Africa's lineup.

South Africa's cricket coach, Rob Walter, dismissed claims that the team's nerves contributed to their three-wicket loss to Australia in the World Cup semi-finals. The Proteas faced a challenging situation from the start, with a century from David Miller lifting them to 212 all out. Australia managed to chase down the target with 16 balls to spare, marking South Africa's fifth defeat in a World Cup semi-final and their third against Australia, following similar outcomes in 1999 and 2007.

Struggling South Africa are likely to rope in Shukri Conrad and Rob Walter in a split coaching set up in a bid to revive their fortunes in International cricket.

South Africa's coach Rob Walter has expressed his reluctance to watch the World Cup final after South Africa's loss to Australia. Despite disappointment, Walter believes it would be fitting for India to secure victory in the final. He admits that he has a one percent chance of watching the final and doesn't care about it. However, he acknowledges the unique appeal of India winning the World Cup on their home turf, as it's always great for the home nation to win the World Cup.

New Zealand's "street-smart" resilience is key as they face England in a crucial T20 World Cup Super 8 clash. A win secures a semifinal spot, while a loss could open the door for Pakistan. The Black Caps' ability to problem-solve and adapt to conditions, especially on a spin-friendly track, will be vital against England's strong batting lineup.

Rob Walter has been appointed as the new head coach of the New Zealand men's cricket team across all formats, succeeding Gary Stead. Walter, a 49-year-old South African, brings a wealth of experience, including guiding South Africa to significant achievements in recent World Cups and Champions Trophy.

South Africa coach Rob Walter announced a 15-member squad for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The team, captained by Temba Bavuma, includes 10 players from South Africa’s 2023 ODI World Cup team. New additions are Tony de Zorzi, Ryan Rickelton, Tristan Stubbs, and Wiaan Mulder. The tournament will be held in Pakistan and UAE from February 19 to March 9.

New Zealand has recalled Kyle Jamieson and Ish Sodhi for the upcoming T20I series against the West Indies. Uncapped Nathan Smith also joins the squad. This series is crucial preparation for the 2026 T20 World Cup. Several key players are sidelined due to injuries, while Kane Williamson has retired from T20Is.

Devon Conway will join the New Zealand T20I team for the Tri-Series. He will replace Finn Allen due to injury. Mitch Hay, Jimmy Neesham, and Tim Robinson will also join the squad. They will cover for players in the Major League Cricket final. Coach Rob Walter expressed disappointment for Allen. New Zealand will play South Africa in their first match.

South Africa confirmed the inclusion of spinner Keshav Maharaj and seamer Sisanda Magala in their World Cup squad, following their successful recovery from fitness concerns.