Du Plessis not taking Kiwis lightly ahead of T20s

Last Updated: Friday, December 21, 2012, 15:58

South Africa interim Twenty20 captain Faf du Plessis has said the Proteas will not be taking New Zealand lightly during the three-match T20 series starting at Kingsmead on Friday.

In-form Du Plessis appointed captain for T20s

Last Updated: Thursday, December 13, 2012, 19:39

South African selectors on Thursday appointed attacking right-hander Faf du Plessis as the skipper for upcoming three Twenty20 internationals against New Zealand in December.

Perth Test, Day 1: Aussies hold edge after Plessis continues to impress

Last Updated: Friday, November 30, 2012, 21:21

Australia were 33/2 in reply to South Africa's first innings total of 225/10 on Day 1.

CSA lauds Proteas for fightback in Australia

Last Updated: Tuesday, November 27, 2012, 10:17

CSA lauded the national squad on what it called "a magnificent rearguard action and, in particular, Faf du Plessis for his phenomenal performance on debut" to earn a draw.

IPL teams yet to adapt to South African pitches: Du Plessis

Last Updated: Wednesday, October 17, 2012, 12:33

The four Indian Premier League teams are finding it tough to adapt quickly to the bouncy South African pitches and that is primarily responsible for their indifferent performances in the ongoing Champions League Twenty20, Chennai Super Kings all-rounder Faf du Plessis said.

ICC Twenty20 World Cup 2012: Faf du Plessis sends India packing

Last Updated: Wednesday, October 3, 2012, 11:02

India`s quest to regain the World Twenty20 title came to a heartbreaking end after they were knocked out of the tournament despite a thrilling one-run victory over South Africa in the final Super Eights contest

Zimbabwe stun South Africa, clinch T20 Triangular Series

Last Updated: Monday, June 25, 2012, 01:55

An unbeaten 118-run partnership between Brendan Taylor (59* from 41) and Hamilton Masakadza (58* from 50) powered Zimbabwe to 9-wicket win over South Africa at the tri-series final at Harare Sports Club.

Du Plessis to lead South Africa `A` squad

Last Updated: Wednesday, May 23, 2012, 14:29

Faf du Plessis, Chennai Super Kings` find of the IPL 5 season, has been rewarded by South Africa as he has been elevated to lead the country`s `A` team in the upcoming two four-day Tests against Sri Lanka A and the triangular one-day series in Zimbabwe.

Latest weapon in CSK’s armoury - Francois du Plessis

Last Updated: Saturday, May 5, 2012, 16:20

Chennai Super Kings South African recruit Francois du Plessis or ‘Faf’ has finally joined the IPL bandwagon milking the opportunity to the fullest presented to him.

Latest weapon in CSK’s armoury - Francois du Plessis

Last Updated: Saturday, May 5, 2012, 16:20

Chennai Super Kings South African recruit Francois du Plessis or ‘Faf’ has finally joined the IPL bandwagon milking the opportunity to the fullest presented to him.

IPL 2012: Chennai Super Kings defeat Deccan Chargers by 10 runs

Last Updated: Saturday, May 5, 2012, 08:38

Chennai Super Kings take on Deccan Chargers on their home ground.

IPL 2012 Chennai Super Kings vs Deccan Chargers: As it happened…

Last Updated: Saturday, May 5, 2012, 00:52

: Chennai finally managed to register a win in front of the home crowd. After losing three matches in a row, the defending champions defeated Deccan Chargers by 10 runs on their home turf.