Temba Bavuma

South Africa's Test team faces a setback as captain Temba Bavuma is sidelined for the upcoming two-match series against Zimbabwe due to a left hamstring strain sustained during the ICC World Test Championship Final. Keshav Maharaj, the experienced spinner, will step in as stand-in captain for the series. The first Test against Zimbabwe is scheduled for next week.

Temba Bavuma captained South Africa to a historic World Test Championship victory, their first ICC title in 27 years, defeating Australia by five wickets. Despite a hamstring injury, Bavuma's resilient 66 supported Aiden Markram's century, securing the win. Langa Ward 51 Councillor Lwazi Phakade announced plans for a grand homecoming celebration, honoring Bavuma's inspiring journey from Langa to international success.

Aiden Markram, once a dejected captain, has now led South Africa to their maiden World Test Championship title, a stark contrast to a previous T20 World Cup final loss. His composed leadership and stellar batting performance against Australia have earned him widespread praise from coaches, highlighting his crucial role in the team's success and his focused approach.

South Africa captain Temba Bavuma won the toss and elected to field against India in the first T20 international of the five-match series on Thursday.

South Africa captain Temba Bavuma won the toss and opted to bowl against India in the second T20I of the five-match series at the Barabati Stadium on Sunday.

South Africa skipper Temba Bavuma won the toss and elected to bat against Bangladesh in a T20 World Cup match here on Thursday.

The South African cricket team arrives in Lahore, Pakistan for an ODI tri-series with New Zealand and Pakistan. Led by Temba Bavuma, the team includes Gerald Coetzee back from injury and six uncapped players. The tri-series serves as preparation for the ICC Champions Trophy beginning February 19. Matches start on February 8 at Gaddafi Stadium.

South Africa skipper Temba Bavuma won the toss for the fourth time on the trot and elected to bowl against India in the fourth T20I on Friday.

South Africa will be without a number of key players for their three one-day internationals in Sri Lanka next month, but expect their big guns to return for the Twenty20 series that follows as they build towards the World Cup in the United Arab Emirates.

South Africa batter Aiden Markram was on Thursday ruled out of the opening T20I against India after he tested positive for COVID-19.

Young fast bowler Marco Jansen on Sunday received his maiden ODI call-up as South Africa named a 17-member squad for the three-ODI series against India beginning January 19.

Aiden Markram will lead South Africa in the first Test against Bangladesh, replacing the injured Temba Bavuma. Bavuma is recovering from a tricep muscle strain but will travel with the team. Dewald Brevis earns a maiden Test call-up as cover. Lungi Ngidi replaces the injured Nandre Burger. The second Test begins on October 29.

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.

Zimbabwe skipper Craig Irvine won the toss and opted to bat against South Africa in their T20 World Cup Super 12 match here on Monday.

South Africa skipper Temba Bavuma won the toss and chose to bowl against the Netherlands as they look to seal a semi-finals spot at the Twenty20 World Cup on Sunday.

South African captain Temba Bavuma returns from injury to lead the team in the two-Test series against Sri Lanka. The series is crucial for South Africa's hopes of qualifying for the World Test Championship final. All-rounder Marco Jansen and fast bowler Gerald Coetzee also rejoin the squad after recovering from injuries.

Pakistan have had a tough run, losing their last three matches following their initial two wins. Meanwhile, South Africa are in a strong position with four wins in five games. For South Africa, captain Temba Bavuma returned to the lineup after missing the last two games due to a gastric problem.

India faced a 30-run defeat against South Africa in the opening Test. Former legend Anil Kumble criticized India's bowling and field placement decisions on day three, questioning why lead pacer Jasprit Bumrah didn't open the bowling. Kumble also lauded South African captain Temba Bavuma's exceptional leadership and batting, highlighting his impressive captaincy record and crucial contributions.

Temba Bavuma, at 35, became the oldest South African to score 2,000 ODI runs, achieving the milestone in his 53rd innings. This historic feat occurred during the series decider against India. The crucial match saw India win the toss and bowl first, with the series currently tied at 1-1 after two high-scoring encounters.