The Eastern Province Cricket Board Chairman, Donovan May, has expressed the Board's support for the Interim CSA Board. The board of Eastern Province Cricket resolved to support the announcement by Sports Minister Nathi Mthethwa of the interim board of Cricket South Africa at the time of the minister’s announcement. The Interim Board was announced after inputs from the Cricket SA Members’ Council, the South African Cricketers’ Association and the ministry. The EP Cricket board further … [Read more...] about Eastern Province Cricket Board Supports CSA Interim Board
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Yaseen Vallie – New Warriors Cricket Captain
Warriors name captain for 4-Day Domestic Series Right-hand batsman and offspinner Yaseen Vallie has been named captain of the Eastern Cape Warriors Franchise for the 4-Day Domestic Series in the 2020/21 season. “The appointment of Yaseen as captain brings stability to the squad,” says coach Robbie Peterson. “While Jon-Jon Smuts has done a great job as captain over the past few years, he is now involved with cricket at a national level and is not always available to head up the … [Read more...] about Yaseen Vallie – New Warriors Cricket Captain
Eastern Province Cricket pays tribute to Trevor Moos
It is with great sadness that Eastern Province Cricket has learned of the passing of Trevor Moos. He was a multi-talented sportsman who played rugby for Hampshire RFC, and cricket for Shamrocks CC and United CC. He served as president of both clubs as part of an illustrious career as an administrator. A matriculant of Spandau Secondary School in Graaff-Reinet, Mr Moos spent his working and sporting life in the Central Karoo. He obtained his Diploma in Education from Bridgeton College … [Read more...] about Eastern Province Cricket pays tribute to Trevor Moos
CSA must eliminate racism in the sport at all levels
Statement by Eastern Province Cricket and Eastern Cape Warriors Cricket Franchise after a special meeting to discuss the call for support of the Black Lives Matter Movement (BLM) and the consequent racial tensions that have cascaded therefrom Eastern Province Cricket and the Eastern Cape Warriors Cricket Franchise have issued a statement calling on Cricket South Africa (CSA) to take action to eliminate racism in the sport at all levels. The special meeting noted that 37 former national … [Read more...] about CSA must eliminate racism in the sport at all levels
Warriors batsman Eddie Moore hits an awards four
Warriors opening batsman Eddie Moore added four more awards to his score on Wednesday, July 15, at the first virtual Warriors Season Awards. He received the batting and player of the series awards in the 4-Day Series category, as well as Player’s player of the year and Cricketer of the Year. Moore was narrowly beaten by Knights batsman Keegan Petersen as the top run scorer in the 2018/2019 4-Day Franchise Series, with 923 runs compared to Petersen’s 923. Moore has top scored with 158 … [Read more...] about Warriors batsman Eddie Moore hits an awards four
Seven New Players Join Warriors
Warriors Franchise 2020/21 Squad Announcement The Warriors Cricket franchise is thrilled to announce that seven new players are set to join the Eastern Cape-based set-up ahead of the 2020/21 domestic season. Whilst retaining some of the brand’s key performers from the 2019/20 season, the Warriors look forward to welcoming fresh talent into the squad. Former Proteas cricketer and current General Manager for Eastern Province Cricket and Cricket Eastern Cape, Shafiek Abrahams, announced the … [Read more...] about Seven New Players Join Warriors
Shafiek Abrahams
EP Cricket appoints Shafiek Abrahams as Acting General Manager: Cricket Former Proteas spin bowler and CSA High Performance spin bowling coach and Warriors High Performance Manager Shafiek Abrahams has been appointed acting General Manager: Cricket of Eastern Province Cricket (EPC) and Cricket Eastern Cape (CEC). “Shafiek is a natural fit for the position as he has been the High Performance Cricket Manager overseeing the both Warriors and Nelson Mandela Bay Gaints,” says EPC and CEC Chief … [Read more...] about Shafiek Abrahams
The Australians Are Coming
Eastern Province Cricket proud to host 2nd KFC T20 International St George’s Park Cricket Stadium in Port Elizabeth will host the second match of the KFC T20 International series between South Africa and Australia on Sunday, 23 February 2020. Both teams are scheduled to arrive in the Bay on Saturday, 22 February with Australia arriving at 12:50pm and the Proteas at 3:40pm. The match is scheduled to start at 2:30pm on Sunday with gates opening at 12:30pm. EP Cricket President Donovan … [Read more...] about The Australians Are Coming
Warriors head to Oudtshoorn
It’s a new year and a new opportunity for the Warriors to get the basics right and earn their victories. This according to Warriors head coach, Robin Peterson, who addressed media at a press conference hosted at St George’s Park Cricket Stadium in Port Elizabeth on Thursday. The Warriors open their Momentum One Day Cup campaign with a feat against the World Sports Betting Cape Cobras at Recreation Ground in Oudtshoorn on Sunday, 2 February. Peterson said that while the Warriors had … [Read more...] about Warriors head to Oudtshoorn
Red Machine Team Announced
The “Red Machine” will host the “Strikers” from the Highveld in their next CSA Provincial fixtures. The two sides meet on Thursday 30th January for the Provincial 3-day challenge; with the Provincial 1-day fixture being played on Sunday, 2nd February. The fixtures will be played at St. George’s Cricket Grounds, Port Elizabeth, and will be streamed live on PitchVision. Eastern Province Squad: 1. Christensen Matthew 2. Gidana Siviwe 3. Setimani Nelson 4. Van. Heerden Josh 5. Moore … [Read more...] about Red Machine Team Announced
EP Cricket Board to focus on cricket development
With the successful hosting of the test between South Africa and England behind them, the Eastern Province Cricket Board (EPC) is focusing on the future of cricket in the province, says EPC chief executive, Mark Williams. “Misunderstandings and differences between board members which went public late last year have been cleared up,” he adds. EPC president Donovan May has confirmed that he has apologised to the EPC board for comments on the Cricket South Africa Board made in response to … [Read more...] about EP Cricket Board to focus on cricket development
#BeThere
St George’s Park Cricket Ground is pleased to welcome the South African and English national teams this weekend, ahead of the third Test of the four-match series to be played in Port Elizabeth from 16 to 20 January. The two previous clashes have seen the Proteas win the first match with England taking the second match in Cape Town – with the help of the crowd and famed Barmy Army no doubt. This time around, the men will be playing in Nelson Mandela Bay’s backyard, and the appeal has been … [Read more...] about #BeThere
Do Your Bit For Charity and Drop the Ball
The festive season is filled with joy, presents, shopping and cheer for many, but for others it is an annual reminder of the many challenges and discomforts that remain ahead. In embracing the spirit of giving, the Nelson Mandela Bay Giants have found it fitting to donate the unearned winnings from the one-handed catch competition to the Community Chest of the Eastern Cape. The money had been earmarked for the catch-a-six competition, however the last few home games at St George’s Park saw … [Read more...] about Do Your Bit For Charity and Drop the Ball
Ryan ten Doeschate joins NMB Giants as replacement for Farhaan Behardien
Port Elizabeth-born Dutch-South African batsman, Ryan ten Doeschate has been drafted by the Nelson Mandela Bay Giants as the replacement for Farhaan Behardien, for the rest of the 2019 Mzansi Super League (MSL) competition. Behardien was ruled out of the tournament following an injury, after having played two games for the Giants. Ten Doeschate has represented the Netherlands national team at both One Day International (ODI) and Twenty20 International (T20I) level and was instrumental in … [Read more...] about Ryan ten Doeschate joins NMB Giants as replacement for Farhaan Behardien
Keeping the NMB Giants on track
Working as a unit and soliciting advice from some of the more seasoned players is helping the Nelson Bay Giants stay on track during the 2019 Mzansi Super League, as they seek to retain their spot at the top of the league’s standings. The NMB Giants will play host to Paarl Rocks on Wednesday, 27 November in what will be another top-of-the-table clash in Port Elizabeth. Speaking at the Giants’ press conference on Monday, players Beuran Hendricks and Marco Marais said the team’s chemistry … [Read more...] about Keeping the NMB Giants on track
