South Africa in the news:
- India vs West Indies Live updates, 2nd Test, Day 1: Ashwin removes Blackwood just before lunch: During the home series against South Africa last year, he had moved away from this strategy when faced with difficult wickets. At the same time, on a greenish wicket in the third Test against Sri Lanka previously, he had opted for Stuart Binny. If West …: “South Africa” – BingNews
- Highlanders reach the end of the road as Joseph embarks on new journey: “You have to give credit where it’s due, we played a very good team, certainly worthy final contenders,” he said, after South Africa’s born again franchise advanced to Saturday’s final against the Hurricanes in Wellington. Joseph had hoped to end his six …: “South Africa” – BingNews
- Jantjies powers Lions to Super Rugby final: Johannesburg (AFP) – Elton Jantjies was the 22-point star as Golden Lions of South Africa defeated title-holders Otago Highlanders of New Zealand 42-30 in Johannesburg on Saturday to reach the Super Rugby final. The Springbok fly-half scored a try …: “South Africa” – BingNews
- Punish ruling ANC, says opposition ahead of South Africa poll: Johannesburg (AFP) – South Africa’s main opposition party called on voters Saturday to “punish” the ruling African National Congress (ANC) in a final push for support ahead of fiercely competitive municipal polls. Democratic Alliance (DA) chief Mmusi …: “South Africa” – BingNews
- The essential Olympic Games planner for Rio 2016: So, officially, Sweden v South Africa is Rio’s curtain-raiser, at 5pm in the João Havelange Olympic Stadium. That is followed on the same pitch by the hosts Brazil versus China. There is no British interest – London 2012 was a Team GB football one-off.: “South Africa” – BingNews