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India Today
a day ago
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- India Today
ZIM vs SA, 1st Test: Corbin Bosch heroics helps South Africa crush Zimbabwe by 328 runs
South Africa cruised to a thumping 328-run victory over Zimbabwe in the first Test at Queens Sports Club, with all-rounder Corbin Bosch stealing the show by claiming a maiden five-wicket haul to go with his unbeaten century in the first set Zimbabwe a mammoth 537 to win, the visitors wrapped up the match before tea on day four, bowling the hosts out for 208. Bosch starred with the ball, finishing with figures of 5 for 43, while debutant Codi Yusuf impressed with 3 for 22. Part-time leg-spinner Dewald Brevis claimed the final wicket to seal South Africa's biggest-ever Test win over began the final day on 32 for 1 and were immediately under pressure. Bosch struck with the very first delivery of the morning, Nick Welch fending a sharp bouncer to short leg for a golden duck. That left Bosch on a hat-trick, having dismissed Takudzwanashe Kaitano with the last ball of day three. Though Sean Williams denied him the hat-trick, his aggressive innings of 26 from 18 balls was cut short when he top-edged another Bosch short ball to wicketkeeper Kyle Verreynne. 60 overs have been bowled as we're into the second session of Day 4 .The Proteas Men edge closer with just 1 wicket to victory! Zimbabwe are under pressure at 181/9, as the bowlers continue to dominate. #WozaNawe Proteas Men (@ProteasMenCSA) July 1, 2025 A dramatic collapse followed, with Zimbabwe slipping from 82 for 2 to 82 for 6, as Bosch and Yusuf dismantled the middle order. The only resistance came from captain Craig Ervine (49) and Wellington Masakadza (57), who combined for a gritty 83-run seventh-wicket stand. Their effort briefly held South Africa at bay, but Bosch returned to break the partnership with the help of a superb diving catch by Tony de Zorzi at short leg, removing Ervine just shy of a deserved secured his first Test five-wicket haul when Vincent Masekesa chopped in four overs later, capping a landmark all-round performance after scoring his maiden Test hundred on the opening day. He became just the fifth South African in Test history to achieve a century and five-wicket haul in the same then mopped up the tail, dismissing Prince Masvaure, Wessly Madhevere, and Tafadzwa Tsiga in quick succession. The match concluded when Brevis claimed his maiden Test wicket, with Tanaka Chivanga stumped by Verreynne, confirming Zimbabwe's heaviest-ever Test defeat by the result, Zimbabwe had brief moments of promise - particularly the fighting stand between Ervine and Masakadza, and Williams' aggressive counter-attack. But South Africa's bowling depth, even with a rotated squad, proved far too four players from the side that won the World Test Championship final against Australia earlier this month featured in this match, yet the Proteas looked dominant throughout.- EndsYou May Also Like


Time of India
3 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
ZIM vs SA: South Africa in command despite Sean Williams' century, lead by 216 at stumps on Day 2
At stumps on day 2, South Africa maintained a 216-run lead over Zimbabwe (Image via X/@ProteasMenCSA) A fluent century from Sean Williams stood tall amid a faltering Zimbabwe batting effort, but South Africa maintained firm control at the end of Day 2 of the first Test at Queens Sports Club. Williams played a lone hand with an aggressive 137 off 163 deliveries—his seventh Test hundred—contributing more than half of Zimbabwe's total of 251. However, South Africa held a commanding first-innings lead of 167 runs, which they stretched to 216 by stumps, closing at 49/1 in their second innings. Zimbabwe's troubles began early in the day as South Africa declared overnight at 418/9. Debutant Codi Yusuf struck twice in his opening spell to jolt the top order. Their woes deepened when in-form opener Brian Bennett, fresh from a century against England, was struck on the helmet by a short ball from Kwena Maphaka. He was forced to retire hurt on 19 and later ruled out with mild concussion. Captain Craig Ervine and Williams added 81 for the fourth wicket, the only substantial stand of the innings. Ervine's dismissal—stumped off Keshav Maharaj for 36—handed the left-arm spinner his 200th Test wicket. Maharaj, captaining in place of the injured Temba Bavuma, ended with figures of 3/70. India's Day 2 at the Nets in Edgbaston | IND vs ENG Test Series All-rounder Wiaan Mulder impressed with the ball, taking 4/50, while Yusuf returned 3/42 on debut. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Shape your journey in the unforgiving desert world of Arrakis! Shop Now Undo South Africa lost Matthew Breetzke early in their second innings to Tanaka Chivanga, who struck in his first over for the second time in the match. But Tony de Zorzi (22)* and Mulder (25)* guided the visitors to safety before bad light stopped play. Poll Will South Africa maintain their lead in the second innings? Yes, they will extend it No, Zimbabwe will come back This one-off Test does not count towards the World Test Championship. Notably, only four players from South Africa's WTC final win over Australia are featuring in this match. Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.


India.com
3 days ago
- Sport
- India.com
Keshav Maharaj Scripts History, Becomes First South African Spinner To Achieve This MASSIVE Milestone
Keshav Maharaj on Sunday created history by becoming the first South African spinner to take 200 wickets in Test cricket. He achieved this massive milestone on Day 2 of the ongoing first Test against Zimbabwe at Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo. The 35-year-old reached the milestone by dismissing Craig Ervine. Maharaj, who achieved the feat in his 59th Test match, is the ninth South African bowler to take 200 Test wickets. During his stellar career, Maharaj has taken five-wicket hauls in an innings on 11 occasions and has claimed four wickets in an innings six times. After Maharaj completed 200 Test wickets, Cricket South Africa congratulated the spinner on the milestone with a post on X. "HISTORY MADE! Keshav Maharaj claims his 200th Test wicket, the very first South African spinner to reach this milestone. A monumental milestone for our world-class left-arm spinner, written into the history books with pride and passion! This one's for the ages, Kesh!," wrote Cricket South Africa. HISTORY MADE! Keshav Maharaj claims his 200th Test wicket, the very first South African spinner to reach this milestone A monumental milestone for our world-class left-arm spinner, written into the history books with pride and passion This one's for the ages,… — Proteas Men (@ProteasMenCSA) June 29, 2025 Notably, South Africa's all-time leading Test wicket-taker is Dale Steyn, who claimed 439 wickets in 93 matches at an impressive average of 22.95. He is followed by Shaun Pollock with 421 wickets and Makhaya Ntini with 390. Interestingly, Maharaj is also leading South Africa in the ongoing Test against Zimbabwe in absence of regular skipper Temba Bavuma, who has been sidelined by a hamstring strain. After wining toss and opting to bat first, South Africa declared their first innings at 418 runs, powered by a brilliant century from 19-year-old Luan Pretorius, who played a memorable knock of 153 runs off 160 balls. His innings featured 11 fours and 4 sixes. During his debut innings, Pretorius became the youngest South African to score a Test century, reaching the milestone at just 19 years and 93 days old. Lower down the order, Corbin Bosch also made a significant impact with the bat, scoring a century off 124 deliveries. On his Test debut, Dewald Brevis impressed with his aggressive approach, smashing 51 runs off just 41 balls.


Time of India
3 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Record! Keshav Maharaj becomes first South African spinner to reach massive milestone
Keshav Maharaj claimed three crucial wickets vs Zimbabwe (Image via X/@ProteasMenCSA) Keshav Maharaj has added a significant feather to his cap as South Africa tighten their grip over Zimbabwe in the ongoing Test. Standing in for injured regular captain Temba Bavuma, Maharaj has not only led the Proteas with composure but also reached a historic personal milestone with the ball. After posting an imposing 418/9 declared on Day 2, South Africa bowled Zimbabwe out for 251, securing a first-innings lead of 167 runs. The standout resistance for Zimbabwe came from veteran Sean Williams, who fought hard with a superb 137 off 164 balls. However, the rest of the batting line-up failed to offer meaningful support. Maharaj, South Africa's premier left-arm spinner, claimed 3 wickets in the innings, becoming the country's highest wicket-taking spinner in Test cricket. With this performance, the 34-year-old moved to 202 Test wickets—an achievement that sees him surpass Paul Adams (134) and Hugh Tayfield (170) to top the list among South African spinners. Maharaj made his Test debut in 2016 and has been a key figure in South Africa's bowling attack ever since. He reached the milestone in his 59th Test appearance. Throughout his career, he has registered 11 five-wicket hauls and has taken four wickets in an innings on six occasions. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like The all new SP160 that comes with advance technology & features Honda Learn More Undo India's Day 2 at the Nets in Edgbaston | IND vs ENG Test Series South Africa's highest wicket-taker in Test history is Dale Steyn, who picked up 439 wickets in 93 matches at an outstanding average of 22.95. He is followed by Shaun Pollock with 421 wickets and Makhaya Ntini with 390. Though he was South Africa's most expensive bowler in the ongoing Test, going for 70 runs in 16.4 overs—Maharaj has consistently picked up crucial wickets in pressure situations. Poll Do you think Keshav Maharaj will continue to lead South Africa effectively in future matches? Yes, he has proven himself. No, Temba Bavuma should retake the spot when fit One of his key scalps against Zimbabwe came through a smart piece of bowling. He lured Zimbabwe captain Craig Ervine with a wide delivery, with Kyle Verreynne completing a sharp stumping to send the skipper back for just 17. Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.


Time of India
4 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Who is Lhuan-dre Pretorius? Meet 19-yr-old batsman who smashed Test ton on debut for South Africa against Zimbabwe
— ProteasMenCSA (@ProteasMenCSA) Live Events Who is Lhuan-dre Pretorius? Lhuan-dre Pretorius stats: Career snapshot before test debut First-Class: 7 matches, 485 runs, 3 centuries, average 60.62 7 matches, 485 runs, 3 centuries, average 60.62 List A: 14 matches, 577 runs, 2 centuries, average 44.38 14 matches, 577 runs, 2 centuries, average 44.38 T20s: 38 matches, 1021 runs, 6 fifties, strike rate 146.48 (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel South Africa may have found their next batting Saturday, 19-year-old Lhuan-dre Pretorius not only made his Test debut against Zimbabwe but also announced his arrival in emphatic fashion, by scoring a century and setting a new national left-handed opener reached his maiden Test fifty off just 53 balls in the second session of Day 1 at the Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo and went on to smash a ton in 112 balls with seven boundaries and three that, Pretorius became the youngest South African to register a Test half-century, breaking a six-decade-old record held by Graeme Pollock , who was 19 years and 317 days old when he scored 50 against Australia in at 19 years and 93 days, showed little nerves on debut. He launched the fourth ball he faced down the ground for six, signalling his intent early after South Africa lost early wickets and slipped to 55 for four in the first counter-attacking knock helped stabilise the innings and push South Africa to a competitive position.A powerful left-handed batter and wicketkeeper, Pretorius has been a standout performer in South Africa's domestic and age-group cricket. He rose through the ranks of the country's elite school system and was already in the South Africa U-19 setup before finishing spent most of his school years at St Stithians, a known talent hub, before moving to Cornwall Hill in Pretoria for his final year. His performances at the 2023 U-19 World Cup made him South Africa's top run-scorer in the tournament. He made his first-class debut with the Titans the same also impressed in white-ball formats. In the 2023–24 CSA T20 Knockout Challenge , he was the sixth-highest run-scorer. He made his T20 franchise debut for the Paarl Royals in January 2025, blasting 97 on debut.