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IOL News
2 days ago
- Sport
- IOL News
I've waited in line for my turn, Muthusamy reflects on Proteas T20I debut
Senuran Muthusamy will make his Proteas T20I debut against New Zealand in Harare on Wednesday. Picture: Sportzpics South Africa went on to lose by five wickets in Harare; however, Muthusamy certainly walked away with heaps of confidence from his individual performance. The 31-year-old played his very first T20I game on Wednesday to add to the five Tests and two One Day International games he has played. The spin-bowling all-rounder had a memorable debut for South Africa in the shortest format against New Zealand earlier this week as he returned sparkling figures of 1/19 in four overs. SENURAN Muthusamy told the media on Friday that the time he has spent carrying drinks as 12th man for the Proteas has given him knowledge and allowed him to grow his game at the highest level. 🚨 MATCH RESULT 🚨 An enthralling contest that went right down to the wire, a game of fine margins and big moments 💥🏏 Unfortunately, our Proteas Men fell just short as New Zealand claimed victory by 21 runs. 🇿🇦 #WozaNawe Speaking to the media on Friday, Muthusamy expressed his gratitude for finally earning a T20I cap for the Proteas. "It's fantastic to get a crack and to get a go. I think I've waited in line and waited for my turn now, so I'm really enjoying the opportunities. I'm very grateful for them and I really enjoyed it," Muthusamy told the media. "I think I've had the opportunity to really be a part of the squad and integrate the last few months, which has been fantastic, and to learn in different conditions. "I think that's what carrying drinks does bring. It's an awesome opportunity to grow and to learn and bounce ideas off and to be a part of the group and to add value where you can and to learn. So, I'm very grateful for the opportunity." Muthusamy has played three SA20 seasons for the Pretoria Capitals at SuperSport Park in Centurion, a stint that has given him the platform to showcase his abilities in the shortest format of the game. The 31-year-old believes that he can add value to the T20I team and possibly make it to next year's T20 World Cup, seeing that coach Shukri Conrad has announced him as one of three front-runners for the spinners' spots for the World Cup. "I have played a fair bit of T20 cricket and I think I've had the opportunity to play at the Pretoria Capitals the last three seasons and that's helped my growth in the format," said Muthusamy. "It's fantastic (that Conrad has made that announcement). I think I can add value to the group and value across all three disciplines. So yeah, embracing the challenge and learning along the way." The Proteas are set to return to action on Sunday as they search for redemption, having suffered a loss against the Black Caps in Harare earlier this week.

IOL News
09-07-2025
- Sport
- IOL News
SA20 set to fill the Proteas void over holiday season with Boxing Day and New Year action
MI Cape Town will open their SA20 defence against Durban's Super Giants on Boxing Day at Newlands. Picture: Sportzpics MI Cape Town are set to begin their SA20 championship title defence against Durban's Super Giants on Boxing Day at Newlands later this year after South Africa's premier domestic franchise T20 competition aims to celebrate the holiday season with a bumper opening match. It will be followed by the first double-header of Season 4, with Centurion hosting the Jukskei derby between Pretoria Capitals and Joburg Super Kings while Paarl Royals and Sunrisers Eastern Cape clash at Boland Park in Paarl. Kingsmead, home of Durban's Super Giants, will be a hive of activity in the week leading up to the New Year with the east coast venue welcoming both MI Cape Town (28 December) and Joburg Super Kings (30 December) within the space of a couple of days. Fans at the coast will have the opportunity to ring in the New Year in style with another cracking double-header set for Gqeberha and Cape Town on 31 December 2025. Two-times champions Sunrisers Eastern Cape will welcome the Paarl Royals at an always jovial St George's Park in the afternoon (1pm), with the excitement building up for MI Cape Town and Pretoria Capitals at Newlands later in the day (5:30pm).


India.com
05-05-2025
- Business
- India.com
Sourav Ganguly met this star KKR player, offered him to play for Capitals in..., his name is......
A Proposal from Sourav Ganguly According to Anandabazar Patrika, Sourav Ganguly offered the veteran all-rounder a deal to join the Pretoria Capitals for the 2026 season of the SA20 league. The Capitals are the South African sister franchise of Delhi Capitals, owned by the same corporate group, which now aims to bring Russell into their global cricket ecosystem.


Mint
05-05-2025
- Sport
- Mint
Andre Russell rewarded with SA20 offer from Sourav Ganguly after match-winning knock against Rajasthan Royals
Kolkata Knight Riders all-rounder Andre Russell finally delivered for the franchise as he played a blistering 57-run knock against the Rajasthan Royals on Sunday, helping his team post a total of 206 in 20 overs. As it turned out, Russell's knock proved to be the difference between the two teams, earning him the Player of the Match award. Following his match-winning performance, Russell also met former India cricketer Sourav Ganguly, who reportedly offered him a chance to play in the South Africa T20 league for the Pretoria Capitals in the upcoming season, according to journalist Sumit Ghosh. Notably, Ganguly serves as the Director of Cricket at JSW Sports, where he oversees both the Delhi Capitals' WPL team and the Pretoria Capitals in the SA20 League. Speaking to broadcasters after the match, Russell said, 'We all know the importance of this game. We had four games to go and it was like four finals. Happy with our performance and the win. I had time to go, so I was not worried about the dot balls that I faced.' 'It was a difficult wicket to go out and start hitting. Happy that I was able to hit boundaries at the end, and Rinku also got a few away. The scoreboard is the best indication—you have to evaluate the situation, see which bowlers you can see off, and which ones you can target.' Coming in to bat in the 13th over, Russell not only stabilised the KKR innings but also maintained a healthy scoring rate. In his 25-ball stay, the Caribbean powerhouse smashed 57 runs—including four boundaries and six sixes—as he took the RR bowlers to the cleaners. Kolkata Knight Riders now have 11 points from the 11 matches and need to win all their remaining three matches in order to secure a place in the IPL 2025 playoffs. First Published: 5 May 2025, 01:31 PM IST


Time Business News
22-04-2025
- Sport
- Time Business News
Super giants vs Capitals
Durban's Super Giants Edge Out Pretoria Capitals in a Thrilling Finish In a game that had fans on the edge of their seats until the very last ball, Durban's Super Giants pulled off a dramatic 2-run win over the Pretoria Capitals in the SA20 2025 season opener at Kingsmead. This wasn't just a match—it was a reminder of why T20 cricket is such an unpredictable rollercoaster. Batting first, the Super Giants put up a strong total of 209/4. Kane Williamson was classic Kane—calm, calculated, and unbeaten with 60 off 40 deliveries. Bryce Parsons chipped in with a fiery 47 from 28 balls, making sure the scoreboard kept ticking. Pretoria's Senuran Muthusamy did his best to rein things in with a solid 3/21, but the damage was done. The Capitals came out swinging. Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Will Jacks lit up the Kingsmead with an explosive opening stand of 154 runs. Gurbaz smashed 89 off just 43 balls, while Jacks added a quick 64 off 35. At that point, the chase looked like a formality. But cricket has a funny way of flipping scripts. Once Gurbaz and Jacks fell, the momentum shifted. The Super Giants' bowlers tightened the screws, the fielding stepped up, and suddenly, the Capitals were scrambling. Despite a late push from Kyle Verreynne, who remained unbeaten on 10, and a tense last over, they finished just short at 207/6. Needing 11 off the last six balls, it all came down to Naveen-ul-Haq. Under pressure, he kept his nerve and gave away just 8 runs, sealing a heart-pounding win for Durban. That final over had everything—pressure, panic, and a whole lot of drama. Even in defeat, Rahmanullah Gurbaz walked away with the Player of the Match title. His explosive innings was the backbone of Pretoria's chase and made the contest unforgettable. Durban captain Keshav Maharaj was full of praise for his team's grit. 'Kingsmead is never dull. Wickets can fall in clumps, and I'm proud of the way the boys held their nerve,' he said. On the other side, Pretoria's skipper Rilee Rossouw was understandably gutted. 'We had the game in our hands… just couldn't finish it off,' he admitted. If this game is anything to go by, the SA20 season is going to be one wild ride. The Super Giants may have walked away with the points, but both teams gave fans a match to remember. And that's what it's all about. TIME BUSINESS NEWS