Tabraiz Shamsi will form the spin-bowling combination with the experienced Imran Tahir, with JP Duminy also able to turn his arm over.

The Cricket World Cup will be a useful distraction for embattled Cricket South Africa, argues cricket writer Stuart Hess

There is little doubt Hashim Amla is going to the World Cup, so it has to be a choice between Markram and Hendricks

South Africa are set to announce their squad of 15 for the tournament live at 1pm on Thursday

Proteas coach Ottis Gibson and captain Faf du Plessis will announce the squad for the ICC Cricket world Cup on Thursday

The 36-year-old Amla has represented South Africa in 174 ODIs to date and has a batting average of almost 50

The World Cup is set to begin with England’s match against South Africa at The Oval on May 30.

I believe Hashim Amla’s experience and demeanour is worth its weight in gold at a frenetic tournament such as the World Cup, writes Zaahier Adams.

On the sacking of Malinga, De Mel said: “He was okay as captain, but he does not get along well with some of the senior players.”

England Cricket on Wednesday named a preliminary squad for the upcoming ICC Cricket World Cup

The mercurial all-rounder has the X-factor, but his selection could be disastrous for the Proteas.

IOL Sport cricket writer Stuart Hess weighs in on the question of whether Hashim Amla should go to the World Cup... or not.

It was the Cape Cobras’ fourth win in five games this season as they moved six points clear at the top of the log.

Australia coach Justin Langer said it was a welcome problem to have all three potential openers firing ahead of the World Cup

Vijay Shankar’s inclusion means he will probably be the first choice number-four batsman, a position which India have struggle to fill permanently.

Despite the rain disruptions, the Cape Cobras managed to secure victory over the visiting Dolphins