Archive for the 'South Africa' Category

Jacques Kallis: Garfield Sobers of the modern game

Saturday, August 2nd, 2008

One of the most talented South African cricketers, Jacques Kallis, holds the success of being the world’s perfect all-rounder in modern cricket. His consistent prolific performance in all versions of cricket has earned him the spot in the Wisden 2008 Leading Cricketer in the World for his extraordinary performances in 2007.
As per ICC ratings, Kallis [...]

South Africa- Proteas: Failing to deliver at the time of need

Friday, July 18th, 2008

South Africa cricket team is always the safest bet to put your money on, whether it is the cricket world cup or any other tournament. Whenever they participate in any tournament, its journey to the last 4 is always the smoothest. However, then someway or the other they choke and fail to deliver when it [...]

Graeme Smith- Biff: Proteas’ Powerhouse

Wednesday, July 16th, 2008

Graeme Smith or biff is a South African star cricketer and the current captain in all formats. He has been responsible for making his team tough and changed people’s concept of referring the Proteas’ as ‘chokers’ in needed situations.
Smith’s batting has always been impressive, and has scored loads of runs in all forms [...]