Doug Mattushek

South African spinner Simon Harmer is on top of the world following his recent exploits against India.

The Sharks have announced the departure of Springbok centre Lukhanyo Am, adding that he is heading to Japan.

India levelled the three-match T20I series with a comfortable five-wicket win over Australia in Hobart on Sunday.

Pakistan blew the Proteas away with the ball as they cruised to a nine-wicket victory in the second T20I in Lahore on Friday night.

Proteas Women captain Laura Wolvaardt believes her century in yesterday's Women's World Cup semi-final victory is the most special innings she's ever played.

Zachary Porthen will become the youngest prop to debut for the Springboks in the professional era when he runs onto the field in London on Saturday.

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus acknowledged the relevance of the Boks' shock defeat against Japan in the 2015 Rugby World Cup.

Spinner Simon Harmer earned his maiden five-for and took his 1000th first-class wicket during the Proteas' win over Pakistan on Thursday.

The Proteas started the defence of their World Test Championship with a drawn series against Pakistan.