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Bavuma doesn't get the recognition he deserves, says Kumble

The Mercury

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November 19, 2025

FORMER India Test captain and ICC Hall of Famer Anil Kumble believes that Proteas skipper Temba Bavuma deserves to sit at the table of the modern-day greats of world cricket.

- ZAAHIER ADAMS

Bavuma has previously received plenty of criticism, primarily due to the Proteas disappointments in the white-ball formats, but his stature as a Test leader has grown exponentially over the past two years.

Since being appointed the full-time Test captain by coach Shukri Conrad in February 2023, Bavuma has yet to lose a series. In fact, he’s guided the Proteas to 10 victories out of 11 matches.

The 35-year-old also brought unbridled joy to the nation when he led the Proteas’ to the World Test Championship title after a historic victory over Australia at Lord’s back in June.

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The Mercury

The Mercury

Paul O'Sullivan in hot water after allegedly threatening Cedrick Nkabinde

FORENSIC investigator Paul O'Sullivan may have landed himself in hot water after he allegedly sent suspended Police Minister Senzo Mchunu’s chief of staff, Cedrick Nkabinde, a threatening message on Wednesday.

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2 mins

November 21, 2025

The Mercury

A tribute to teachers, librarians and sport coaches

THANK you, teachers, librarians, school counsellors, and sports coaches:

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1 min

November 21, 2025

The Mercury

The Mercury

Ramaphosa confirms US U-turn on G20 Summit boycott ahead of talks

PRESIDENT Cyril Ramaphosa has confirmed that the US has made a U-turn on its plans to boycott the G20 Leaders Summit this weekend.

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2 mins

November 21, 2025

The Mercury

Brilliant 'peace' plan by Washington and Tel Aviv

THE most brilliant people in the world must be the team from Washington and Tel Aviv!

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1 min

November 21, 2025

The Mercury

Music in Antarctica's wild land

WE TAKE a mental trip to Kwiland, where the Associated Press tells of a girl playing music in the most appalling conditions.

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2 mins

November 21, 2025

The Mercury

Free Palestine, whilst SA dies

SOUTH Africa is on auction, and the highest bidders are actively pursuing her riches.

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1 mins

November 21, 2025

The Mercury

The Mercury

'I would be lying if I said we don't want to tick the Ireland box'

THE Springbok players this week have played down the “revenge” factor ahead of their huge clash with archrivals Ireland tomorrow, but coach Rassie Erasmus said he would be “lying” if he said that ticking the Ireland box was not important.

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3 mins

November 21, 2025

The Mercury

Prosecutorial independence is constantly being challenged, says Shamila Batohi

NATIONAL Director of Public Prosecutions Shamila Batohi told the Nkabinde Inquiry yesterday that prosecuting in South Africa during these times is a challenging job and it does happen on occasions that people try to influence the work done by the prosecuting authority.

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2 mins

November 21, 2025

The Mercury

Portugal eyes opportunities in China

MORE than 50 prominent representatives from Portugal's political, business and academic circles gathered in Lisbon this week to discuss the opportunities outlined in China's upcoming 15th Five-Year Plan, highlighting broad prospects for bilateral cooperation and win-win development.

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1 mins

November 21, 2025

The Mercury

Call to probe Alfred Duma Municipality high-performance sports centre

THE DA in KwaZulu-Natal will call for swift and decisive action by KZN Sports, Arts and Culture MEC, Mntomuhle Khawula, and his Head of Department following an oversight at the Alfred Duma Municipality multi-phase high-performance sports facility in uThukela, which has revealed several serious site issues.

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1 mins

November 21, 2025

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