The Proteas will return to Indian shores this November for a highly anticipated multi-format tour, with the BCCI confirming a change in venue for the opening Test of the series.
Former South Africa head coach Mark Boucher believes that winning the World Test Championship (WTC) final could be a defining moment for Test cricket in the country, reigniting public interest and belief in a format that has struggled for support.
The World Test Championship final between the Proteas and Australia at Lord's will be littered with individual battles throughout the contest.
The injury-prone Jofra Archer should be given the all clear for his long-awaited return to Test cricket for England this July.
South African cricket fans can look forward to a packed home Test calendar in 2026-27, with the Proteas scheduled to host eight matches - but not before sitting out a full season of red-ball cricket on home soil.
Legendary India batter Virat Kohli has poured cold water on rumours suggesting he was considering retiring from international cricket.