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Allan Lamb: Was fearless in taking on the opposition — with the bat or in verbal duels

Allan Lamb: Was fearless in taking on the opposition — with the bat or in verbal duels

The aggressive Allan Lamb was born on June 20, 1954. Abhishek Mukherjee looks back at the South Africa-born English cricketer who never hesitated to give it back to the opposition.

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June 20 2013, 5:00 pm

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South Africa unbelievably let go opportunity to beat Australia and enter the 1999 World Cup final

South Africa unbelievably let go opportunity to beat Australia and enter the 1999 World Cup final

On June 17, 1999, Australia and South Africa were involved in what was perhaps the best game of cricket ever played. Karthik Parimal looks back at that eventful fixture, its outcome and what it meant to both the nations.

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June 17 2013, 3:56 pm

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ICC Champions Trophy 2013: Redemption time for South Africa?

ICC Champions Trophy 2013: Redemption time for South Africa?

Allan Donald, South Africa’s bowling coach, sat in the balcony of the Sophia Gardens stadium at Cardiff, shaking in anticipation. He was well tucked into warm clothes, which suggested it wasn’t the weather that was irking him.

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June 16 2013, 11:50 am

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Sachin Tendulkar is the best of our era: Allan Donald

Sachin Tendulkar is the best of our era: Allan Donald

Allan Donald, the former South African speedster, said while lauding Sachin Tendulkar ahead of the latter's fast-approaching 20th birthday, "His achievements are simply unbelievable and when you think of the pressure he has played with for over two decades you wonder what this man must be made of."

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April 20 2013, 4:53 pm

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Albie Morkel: Perfect example of a modern day all-rounder

Albie Morkel: Perfect example of a modern day all-rounder

Albie Morkel, born on June 10, 1981 is a hard-hitting batsman and a wicket-taking bowler - the perfect example of the modern all-rounder. With the advent of T20 cricket, Morkel blossomed into one of its most dangerous players. However, he also has a good First-Class record - which gets eclipsed by his T20 feats. Nishad Pai Vaidya spoke to the all-rounder on the occasion of his 32nd birthday.

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June 10 2013, 11:31 am

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