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Boucher set to become Proteas mentor – reports – Port Elizabeth Business News

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Boucher set to become Proteas mentor – reports: Graeme Smith’s first order of business at his official unveiling as Cricket South Africa’s interim ... SA Cricket Magazine on Friday reported that Boucher didn’t fly to Port Elizabeth with his MSL ... Source: "Port Elizabeth" business - BingNews. Steep bus fares prevent Zimbabweans from going home for the holidays: Senior DNC Coaches employee in Port Elizabeth Claymond Chiwaka said: “The festive season is the time when we make a profit because passengers don’t travel a lot during the year. Our business is down ... Source: "Port Elizabeth" …

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Local Fan Park for Protea Fire at World Cup

In support of the Standard Bank Proteas flying the South African flag during the ICC MEN’S CRICKET WORLD CUP, the St George’s Park Stadium will open their facilities as a public viewing area; more commonly known as a ‘fan park’. St George’s Park Stadium management and staff would like to encourage the cricket loving community to get behind the team and #FlyTheFlag to #InspireProteas. The St George’s Park facilities will be open on the following dates: • Wednesday, 5 June: 11h30 – 18h00, SOUTH AFRICA vs INDIA • Monday, 10 June: 11h30 – 18h00, SOUTH AFRICA vs WEST INDIES • …

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PE Business News: Proteas captain calls for calm after series loss to Sri Lanka

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Promote your business on BuyPE and MyPR. Proteas captain calls for calm after series loss to Sri Lanka: Addressing the media after being thumped by eight wickets in the second Test at St George’s Park in Port Elizabeth on Saturday‚ Du Plessis first said there is a bit more to it than making wholesale ch... Source: "Port Elizabeth" business - BingNews. Sri Lanka stun South Africa to seal historic series win at Port Elizabeth: Sri Lankan captain Dimuth Karunaratne hailed his happy, united team after they completed an historic series triumph against South Africa at St George's Park in Port …

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Sipamla ‘shocked’ by his Proteas selection – MyPR.co.za

Sipamla ‘shocked’ by his Proteas selection: Madibaz fast bowler Lutho Sipamla is determined to make the most of his opportunity after being selected for the Proteas cricket squad for the Twenty20 series against Pakistan, starting in Cape Town on Friday. Photo: Lebogang Sandla Madibaz cricketer Lutho Sipamla was “surprised and shocked” to get a call-up to the Proteas cricket team, but is determined to make the most of the opportunity. The 20-year-old fast bowler, who is in the second year of a business management degree, was named on Friday in the national squad for the three-match …

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PE Business News: Van der Dussen to plug batting gap for Proteas

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Promote your business on BuyPE and MyPR. Van der Dussen to plug batting gap for Proteas: He has been around the domestic block for just under 11 years and his selection to the Proteas ODI squad for the Pakistan series that starts on January 19 in Port Elizabeth is the final piece in the P... Source: "Port Elizabeth" business - BingNews. Political party calls for signal jammers in prisons: This followed weekend reports that Nigerian televangelist Pastor Timothy Omotoso, who is detained at St Albans prison in Port Elizabeth on charges of rape ... having a cellphone in prison was a …

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PE in the news: Ntini fears for Proteas without Rabada: ‘It’s like losing five bowlers’

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Ntini fears for Proteas without Rabada: 'It's like losing five bowlers': Crowds for the first two Test matches in Durban and Port Elizabeth were small but attendance numbers are generally better in Cape Town and Johannesburg, and Ntini believes they will turn up in their droves at Newlands should Rabada's ban be reversed. Source: "Port Elizabeth" - BingNews. South Africa v Australia: Fate of series swings on Kagiso Rabada appeal verdict: With this in mind the long break following the Second Test would be a relief to the Australian fast bowlers, as they had a heavy workload in Port …

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PE in the news: Proteas sweat over Faf

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Proteas sweat over Faf: The Proteas are still sweating over the fitness of captain Faf du Plessis on the eve of their inaugural Boxing Day day-night test against Zimbabwe starting at St George’s Park, in Port Elizabeth, on Tuesday. Du Plessis has not played cricket since ... Source: "Port Elizabeth" - BingNews. Selection challenge for South Africa against Zimbabwe: Port Elizabeth (South Africa) (AFP) - Selection is likely to be South Africa’s biggest challenge ahead of their one-off day-night Test against Zimbabwe, starting at St George's Park on Tuesday. Zimbabwe are unlikely to stretch …

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PE in the news: Maharaj spins Proteas to victory in 2nd test

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Maharaj spins Proteas to victory in 2nd test: Studio Tel (Port Elizabeth): 083 913 8 955 (VAS rates apply) Studio Tel (East London): 083 913 8 956 (VAS rates apply) Studio Tel (Garden Route): 083 913 3 866 (VAS rates apply) Whatsapp: 076 119 3395. Use the tag 'border' or 'garden' if you're messaging ... Source: "Port Elizabeth" - BingNews. Inside a slew of ‘slick tricks’: From fancy vehicles to cellphones, clothing and electronics, Achmat has allegedly fleeced at least 50 people in Mossel Bay, Johannesburg, Port Elizabeth and East London. His alleged crimes exceed well over R1-million in a …

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PE in the news: Proteas winning streak ends

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Proteas winning streak ends: Match three takes place at Wellington on Saturday. Play will start at 03:00 SAST. Studio Tel (Port Elizabeth): 083 913 8 955 (VAS rates apply) Studio Tel (East London): 083 913 8 956 (VAS rates apply) Studio Tel (Garden Route): 083 913 3 866 (VAS rates ... Source: "Port Elizabeth" - BingNews. Find the Perfect Getaway Destination: or favourite destination. So it doesn’t matter if we want to go glamping in the mountains or visit old friends in Port Elizabeth, it’s super easy to find the best place to stay. Booking through AccommoDirect is also secure and …

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PE in the news: South Africa vs Sri Lanka 1st ODI, preview: Proteas look to bounce back after T20I series defeat

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South Africa vs Sri Lanka 1st ODI, preview: Proteas look to bounce back after T20I series defeat: Sri Lanka will be high on confidence in the first One-Day International (ODI) against South Africa at Port Elizabeth, after winning the T20 International (T20I) series 2-1. Sri Lanka had a disappointing Test series and they have done incredibly well to ... Source: "Port Elizabeth" - BingNews. Live Blog: South Africa v Sri Lanka, 1st ODI, Port Elizabeth: Catch all the live cricket score updates, ball by ball cricket commentary from the 1st ODI between South Africa and Sri Lanka in Port …

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PE in the news: AB added to Proteas’ T20 squad

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AB added to Proteas' T20 squad: De Villiers will use the final T20 match to prepare for the upcoming five-match ODI series against Sri Lanka which kicks off in Port Elizabeth on Saturday. Breaking News: AB de Villiers has passed his fitness test &has been added to the Standard Bank ... Source: "Port Elizabeth" - BingNews. Algoa Cares opens applications for charity golf day beneficiaries: For more information, contact Dohné Damons at (041) 505-9471. Studio Tel (Port Elizabeth): 083 913 8 955 (VAS rates apply) Studio Tel (East London): 083 913 8 956 (VAS rates apply) Studio Tel (Garden …

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A Dubious 10 000 for Hashim Amla

One would like to think that Hashim Amla would NOT want to be remembered for being the 10 000'th cricketer to be dismissed Leg Before Wicket (LBW) in a Test Series but it is what it is. Amla's 28th LBW dismissal out of 153 dismissals in 98 test matches now also represents the 10 000'th LBW dismissal in Test History This mark was reached during the Boxing Day Test match at St. George’s Park in Port Elizabeth between South Africa and Sri Lanka when Amla was dismissed by left-arm pacer Nuwan Pradeep just 2 runs shy of a half-century. Hashim Amla's name is etched in South African cricket …

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PE in the news: Thick-skinned Cook leads Proteas assault

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Thick-skinned Cook leads Proteas assault: Cook’s effort was the other. Table Mountain is a long way from Port Elizabeth, but the Lankans would be forgiven for imagining they see something easily as large looming at the start of a second innings that is likely to be all about survival. Source: "Port Elizabeth" - BingNews. PE cop’s bid to prevent transfer fails: A controversial Port Elizabeth policeman, who returned from suspension only to interdict his boss in a bid to stop his transfer, has been moved. Mount Road cluster commander Major-General Dawie Rabie, who served the police provincial …

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Great Excitement Ahead of Today’s Test

The first Sunfoil Test Match between South Africa and Sri Lanka gets underway at the iconic St George’s Stadium today 26 December. All the preparation has been done and organisers are hoping for a bumper crowd to come and support the Proteas. Local children from four children’s homes will enjoy an outing to St George’s Park on the first day where they will form the guard of honour. Sponsors are ready to give spectators a fun experience at St George’s with loads of activations and giveaways taking place each day. Fans are reminded that they may bring in picnic baskets with snacks and soft …

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PE Style Ménage à trois – Sun, Cricket, St Georges

Sunfoil Test Cricket returns to St George's this summer when Eastern Province Cricket host the South Africa vs Sri Lanka Boxing Day Test Match 26-30 December. With 5 days of top class cricket on the cards EP Cricket is hoping to fill the stadium with fans from across the region. Ticket sales are open with various packages available to suit all pockets. Tickets can be purchased at the St George's Ticket office or on-line at www.ticketpro.co.za. Loads of fun activities are on the cards for the whole family with great giveaways and competitions on each day. Patrons can bring in their own …

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PE in the news: Aussies stunned as Proteas claim 3rd ODI

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Aussies stunned as Proteas claim 3rd ODI: "I would never have thought 3-0 would've been possible against this Australian side." Australia will have three days to bounce back before game four is played at St George's Park in Port Elizabeth on Sunday. Source: "Port Elizabeth" - BingNews. Weather Update: SA Weather Service warns of extreme fire danger: On Friday a 30% chance of rain can be expected from Port Elizabeth, up along the coastal areas of the Eastern Cape, moving inland towards the eastern region of the Free State and into the northern parts of KwaZulu-Natal. Alsoo, a 60% chance of …

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The Australians are Coming

EP Cricket and St George's Park is gearing up for a big 2016/2017 summer season with the first match being the Proteas vs Australia Momentum One Day International on 9 October 2016. As always these two powerhouse teams will be looking to thrill the fans with top class cricket and a fan experience to be remembered. The ever popular St George's Brass Band, who celebrate their 20th anniversary, will keep the historic St George's vibe going entertaining both fans and teams. South Africa and Australia will arrive in Nelson Mandela Bay on Thursday 6th October. Practice sessions will be held on …

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PE in the news: Du Plessis powers Proteas to big win

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Du Plessis powers Proteas to big win: And which has the South Africans poised to topple the reigning world champions in the five match Momentum Cup series that concludes over the next 10 days with games in Durban, Port Elizabeth and Cape Town. Set an unprecedented run chase of 362 ... Source: "Port Elizabeth" - BingNews. Major fears for fate of poor kidnapped Buddy: Adrian Donian, 22, and Emile du Plessis, 24, both made a brief appearance in Port Elizabeth magistrate’s court late last week on charges of theft and malicious damage to property. Buddy, an endangered African black-footed …

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