The Mzansi Super League kicks off today and even though we may be having our doubts about the success of the tournament, we’re hoping it reaches the heights of the IPL or the Big Bash. Let us take a look at the six squads: JOZI STARS Dane Vilas, Rassie van der Dussen, Dan Christian, Beuran Hendricks, […]
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Our Proteas starting XI for the 1st Test
Faf du Plessis is at home with his new-born child, Dale Steyn is injured and AB de Villiers couldn’t be bothered to play for South Africa against England, meaning the Proteas are missing plenty experience for the first Test. So who should start at Lords? It’s not ideal having those three unavailable, but at the same time, it […]
The Proteas need a complete over-haul
So the knock-out stages haven’t even begun in this years Champions Trophy, and the Proteas are already booking rounds of golf or buying tickets for the London Eye, while the top sides (and Bangladesh) are preparing to try and lift the trophy. I’d love to say I’m shocked – but like many of you, I’m […]
The Proteas are number one – so why aren’t we positive?
The Champions Trophy has arrived and the Proteas are ranked number one in the world, like we usually are going into an ICC tournament – so why are we not confident about lifting the trophy? It’s not unusual for South Africa to go into ICC tournaments ranked as the best in the world. We seem to be experts at […]
Do we all owe Mr Domingo an apology?
For months and months, we’ve all disliked Russell DominGO as the Proteas coach and have BEGGED the CSA to sack him. But now that we’re destroying the Aussies – does it mean they’re completely horrible or do we owe our coach an apology? OK – So Australia have been more useless than a inflatable dartboard, but why? […]
What is REALLY wrong with SA sport?
Watching the Proteas tumble out of another ICC event shortly after a RWC campaign where the Springboks lost to Japan – I couldn’t help but wonder if SA sport’s biggest problem is not talent, or even coaches – it’s our attitude. In my opinion – SA is one of the most naturally talented nations in […]
What the Proteas need: an antagonistic leader
When I think back on all of the Protea’s recent successful years, the one thing that stands out consistently is that Biff Smith was leading us. Leading by example. Aggressive, arrogant and cocky were all words to describe him. I loved it, and other countries hated it. We need another Graeme Smith We have plenty of problems in […]
Backyard Cricket – LeftBacks Guide
Summer is fast approaching and for us here at LeftBacks HQ, that can only mean one thing – the return of our favourite non professional sport – backyard cricket. With this in mind, we thought we’d take a crack at breaking down everything you need to know about the great game so as to maximise […]
Top Memories of SA Sport in my Twenties
My twenties have come and gone and the big 3-0 is mere hours away. It’s been quite a journey and I’m really looking forward to life’s next chapter. But before I look forward, now is as good a time as any for reflection. The last 10 years has played host to many, many memorable sporting moments […]
#TuesdayHIGH5: 5 stars who never made it
Not all high school stars live up to their potential in the big league – in fact, sometimes they barely make it at all. While South Africa’s high school athletes are not nearly as celebrated as our friends over in America, we can think of at least five guys that are not living up to […]