cape cobras Archives - News@Media https://news.media.co.za/tag/cape-cobras/ Latest News & Press Releases Thu, 08 Dec 2016 12:24:02 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://news.media.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/cropped-SA-shines-as-a-prime-conference-destination-32x32.png cape cobras Archives - News@Media https://news.media.co.za/tag/cape-cobras/ 32 32 Buildnat Cape Cobras vs Warriors in PE 9 Dec – T20 Challenge https://news.media.co.za/buildnat-cape-cobras-vs-warriors-in-pe-9-dec-t20-challenge/ Thu, 08 Dec 2016 12:24:02 +0000 http://news.media.co.za/?p=5854 The Buildnat Cape Cobras squad for the T20 Challenge match vs Warriors in Port Elizabeth on Friday 9th December 2016. Players Kieron POLLARD (Captain) Hashim AMLA J P DUMINY Rory KLEINVELDT Richard LEVI George LINDE Aviwe MGIJIMA Tshepo MOREKI Justin ONTONG Wayne PARNELL Dane PATERSON Nkululeko SERAME Dane VILAS (W/Keeper)

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]]> BuildNat Cape Cobras vs VKB Knights Wed 7 Dec PPC Newlands https://news.media.co.za/buildnat-cape-cobras-vs-vkb-knights-wed-7-dec-ppc-newlands/ Wed, 07 Dec 2016 10:22:53 +0000 http://news.media.co.za/?p=5849 BuildNat Cape Cobras vs VKB Knights in a T20 Challenge match, 7 December 2016, 6pm at PPC Newlands, Cape Town. BuildNat Cape Cobras squad: J P Duminy Rory Kleinveldt Richard Levi George Linde Aviwe Mgijima Justin Ontong Wayne Parnell Dane Paterson Keegan Petersen Kieron Pollard (Capt) Nkululeko Serame Cebo Tshiki Dane Vilas (W/Keeper)

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]]> Duminy, crowd support at Newlands, Boland Park, can boost Buildnat Cape Cobras, says Adams https://news.media.co.za/duminy-crowd-support-at-newlands-boland-park-can-boost-buildnat-cape-cobras-says-adams/ Wed, 07 Dec 2016 06:07:30 +0000 http://news.media.co.za/?p=5838 “The home support and the fact that we have JP Duminy back in our squad are crucial factors if we are to claim a semi-final play-off spot,” said Paul Adams, head coach of the Buildnat Cape Cobras. “It is a big week for us and we need to achieve a hat-trick of wins. So our […]

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]]> Buildnat Cape Cobras visit to Red Cross Children’s Hospital a gift to players, says Adams https://news.media.co.za/buildnat-cape-cobras-visit-to-red-cross-childrens-hospital-a-gift-to-players-says-adams/ Fri, 02 Dec 2016 14:04:37 +0000 http://news.media.co.za/?p=5812 The Buildnat Cape Cobras, in conjunction with Woolworths Long Beach and their Parklands stores, visited the Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital on Friday 2nd December. The visit of one of the leading domestic franchises, one that virtually reigned supreme and unchallenged from 2012 to the end of 2014, was aimed at inspiring patients and […]

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]]> Cape Cobras can soar to new heights thanks to Pollard, Kleinveldt, but need favours, says Levi https://news.media.co.za/cape-cobras-can-soar-to-new-heights-thanks-to-pollard-kleinveldt-but-need-favours-says-levi/ Mon, 28 Nov 2016 07:41:33 +0000 http://news.media.co.za/?p=5782 The weather gods have not been too kind to the Buildnat Cape Cobras, although it would be a shameful remark to call the rain an intruder, as it is sorely needed in South Africa to end an alarming drought. Yet, despite the two stalemates in their last two games due to rain, the Cape Cobras […]

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]]> Buildnat Cape Cobras release Piedt on loan to Multiply Titans https://news.media.co.za/buildnat-cape-cobras-release-piedt-on-loan-to-multiply-titans/ Tue, 22 Nov 2016 10:34:34 +0000 http://news.media.co.za/?p=5756 The decision by the Buildnat Cape Cobras to release their international off-spinner Dane Piedt on loan to the Multiply Titans for the remainder of the T20 Challenge tournament was motivated by their commitment to selflessly serve the national game, said Nabeal Dien, chief executive officer of the Cobras. The Buildnat Cape Cobras on Monday agreed […]

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]]> Cobras can still emerge victorious from congested T20 Challenge mid-table, says Linde https://news.media.co.za/cobras-can-still-emerge-victorious-from-congested-t20-challenge-mid-table-says-linde/ Mon, 21 Nov 2016 07:59:07 +0000 http://news.media.co.za/?p=5748 The performance by the spinners George Linde and Nkululeko Serame as well as the fast bowlers Rory Kleinveldt and Dane Paterson have been a source of inspiration for the Buildnat Cape Cobras which propelled them to their maiden T20 Challenge win against the Warriors on Friday at PPC Newlands. And despite the heart-breaking three run […]

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]]> Buildnat Cape Cobras squad vs Warriors, T20 Challenge https://news.media.co.za/buildnat-cape-cobras-squad-vs-warriors-t20-challenge/ Fri, 18 Nov 2016 06:01:07 +0000 http://news.media.co.za/?p=5746 The Buildnat Cape Cobras squad for their T20 Challenge match against the Warriors at PPC Newlands on Friday 18th November 2016 Justin Ontong (Captain) Beuran Hendricks Rory Kleinveldt Richard Levi George Linde Aviwe Mgijima Tshepo Moreki Wayne Parnell Dane Paterson Keegan Petersen (W/Keeper) Kieron Pollard Nkululeko Serame Jason Ssmith Cebo Tshiki

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]]> Ontong said costly errors in final five overs at heart of loss by much improved Cape Cobras https://news.media.co.za/ontong-said-costly-errors-in-final-five-overs-at-heart-of-loss-by-much-improved-cape-cobras/ Thu, 17 Nov 2016 14:34:21 +0000 http://news.media.co.za/?p=5743 A new vibrancy was present in the rejuvenated Buildnat Cape Cobras team, but they scored 20 to 30 runs too little and left too many dot balls unpunished. They also conceded too many extras, said Justin Ontong, the skipper. He commented on the disappointing six-wicket loss to the Multiply Titans at Boland Park in Paarl […]

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]]> Senior Buildnat Cape Cobras’ stars must lead from front, says Pollard https://news.media.co.za/senior-buildnat-cape-cobras-stars-must-lead-from-front-says-pollard/ Wed, 16 Nov 2016 08:05:09 +0000 http://news.media.co.za/?p=5714 The senior stalwarts like himself (Kieron Pollard), Richard Levi, Rory Kleinveldt and Justin Ontong must carry the Buildnat Cape Cobras in the T20 Challenge and allow the younger players to chip in around them, said Pollard. Pollard, Caribbean all-rounder and already a veteran of 50 T20-matches and 101 One Day Internationals for the West Indies, […]

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]]> Adams emphasizes importance of acceleration and consolidation at right moments https://news.media.co.za/adams-emphasizes-importance-of-acceleration-and-consolidation-at-right-moments/ Tue, 15 Nov 2016 10:54:08 +0000 http://news.media.co.za/?p=5703 Paul Adams remained up-beat about the Buildnat Cape Cobras and their title-chances this season despite their 38-run loss against the VKB Knights at the Bidvest Wanderers Stadium on Saturday in the opening clash of the T20 Challenge. Adams said the squad is a great one and the availability of Wayne Parnell (he might still be […]

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]]> Return of Pollard for T20 Challenge ‘boosts Cobras’ https://news.media.co.za/return-of-pollard-for-t20-challenge-boosts-cobras/ Fri, 11 Nov 2016 09:48:59 +0000 http://news.media.co.za/?p=5680 In a stunning reversal of fortunes which will significantly boost the title-aspirations of the Buildnat Cape Cobras, the West Indian Cricket Board (WICB) issued a No-Objection Certificate to the world-class Caribbean all-rounder Kieron Pollard which will allow him to represent the Cobras in Saturday’s opening match of this season’s T20 Challenge against the VKB Knights […]

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]]> Win part of a million if you catch a six in T20 Challenge at Paarl, PPC Newlands https://news.media.co.za/win-part-of-a-million-if-you-catch-a-six-in-t20-challenge-at-paarl-ppc-newlands/ Wed, 09 Nov 2016 13:45:34 +0000 http://news.media.co.za/?p=5668 Cricket’s most explosive format and a big-hit extravaganza of note, the T20 Challenge, has announced an added initiative to lure thousands more spectators through the turnstiles. Every fan who completes a one-handed catch off a six will receive part of a million rand. The Buildnat Cape Cobras’ first three clashes in November in the highly […]

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]]> Cape Cobras and WPCA reach out to the needy in celebration of Mandela Day https://news.media.co.za/cape-cobras-and-wpca-reach-out-to-the-needy-in-celebration-of-mandela-day/ Thu, 14 Jul 2016 11:54:36 +0000 http://news.media.co.za/?p=4895 Providing blankets and soup with bread to the needy in and around the Southern Suburbs is part of the Cape Cobras and Western Province Cricket Association’s (WPCA) celebration of Mandela Day, Monday 18th July 2016. The players and staff will team up and make soup at their home ground, PPC Newlands. Thereafter, they will be […]

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]]> Cape Cobras kick off pursuit of triple-crown against Lions in October 2016 https://news.media.co.za/cape-cobras-kick-off-pursuit-of-triple-crown-against-lions-in-october-2016/ Wed, 22 Jun 2016 07:59:15 +0000 http://news.media.co.za/?p=4679 The Cape Cobras, one of South Africa’s most decorated franchises since its inception and a powerhouse, will kick off their campaign for the coveted domestic triple-crown with a Sunfoil Series clash against the bizhub Highveld Lions from 6th October at the Bidvest Wanderers Stadium. The Cobras squad has been strengthened by the return to form […]

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]]> Parnell named Cape Cobras’ player of year, claims three other prizes https://news.media.co.za/parnell-named-cape-cobras-player-of-year-claims-three-other-prizes/ Tue, 31 May 2016 10:29:44 +0000 http://news.media.co.za/?p=4499 Wayne Parnell claimed four major prizes including the ultimate accolade as Cape Cobras’ player of the year at the awards-ceremony of the Western Province Cricket Association on Monday at the WPCC in Claremont. Parnell was also named the Cape Cobras Momentum One-day Player of the Year, the Ram Slam T20 Challenge player of the year […]

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]]> Big-hitting Pollard set to return to PPC Newlands next season https://news.media.co.za/big-hitting-pollard-set-to-return-to-ppc-newlands-next-season/ Tue, 03 May 2016 12:32:43 +0000 http://news.media.co.za/?p=4332 If you’ve blinked, you probably missed it and then you have to watch it on YouTube to catch a glimpse of the fastest half-century in this season’s Indian Premier League. But next season you can watch him live. Kieron Pollard is destined to re-join the Cape Cobras at PPC Newlands, the venue where he has […]

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]]> Peterson, Kemp, Shezi and Shaheen to leave Cape Cobras at end of season https://news.media.co.za/peterson-kemp-shezi-and-shaheen-to-leave-cape-cobras-at-end-of-season/ Tue, 29 Mar 2016 10:34:28 +0000 http://news.media.co.za/?p=4119 Cape Town – Robin Peterson and Justin Kemp, two names intimately associated with a golden period in the rich history of the Cape Cobras, will leave the franchise at the end of the season. Kemp will retire from first-class cricket at the end of the 2015/2016-season after a splendid career in which he featured in […]

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]]> Sunfoil 4-Day Domestic Series : VKB Knights vs. Cape Cobras 18-21 March 2016 https://news.media.co.za/sunfoil-4-day-domestic-series-vkb-knights-vs-cape-cobras-18-21-march-2016/ Thu, 17 Mar 2016 14:09:03 +0000 http://news.media.co.za/?p=4049 The VKB Knights squad selected for the Sunfoil 4-Day Domestic Series match against the Cape Cobras at Mangaung Oval, Bloemfontein: Tumelo Bodibe Patrick Botha Mbulelo Budaza Werner Coetsee (Captain) Corne Dry Michael Erlank Reeza Hendricks Duanne Olivier Rudi Second (W/k) Lotli Sesele Malusi Siboto Pite van Biljon Shadley van Schalkwyk Team will be finalized before […]

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]]> World-class Cobras stalwarts can ignite PPC Newlands and Boland Park https://news.media.co.za/world-class-cobras-stalwarts-can-ignite-ppc-newlands-and-boland-park/ Thu, 19 Nov 2015 13:01:55 +0000 http://news.media.co.za/?p=3338 Cape Town – The Ram Slam T20 Challenge double-header the weekend hosted by the Cape Cobras at PPC Newlands on Friday against The Unlimited Titans and on Sunday at Boland Park in Paarl against the VKB Knights will feature several world-class performers who can ignite any crowd with their explosive shot-making or sensational bowling. The […]

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]]> Cape Cobras sign world-class all-rounder for two seasons https://news.media.co.za/cape-cobras-sign-world-class-all-rounder-for-two-seasons/ Tue, 27 Oct 2015 09:02:23 +0000 http://news.media.co.za/?p=3156 Cape Town – The Cape Cobras have pulled off a major coup by signing one of the world’s most-travelled T20-stars and South Africa’s Ram Slam T20 player of the year, Kieron Pollard, for another two seasons. The West Indies all-rounder was a star attraction at PPC Newlands last season. He powered the Cape Cobras to […]

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]]> Engelbrecht set for recall as Cape Cobras off-spinners target Dolphins left-handers https://news.media.co.za/engelbrecht-set-for-recall-as-cape-cobras-off-spinners-target-dolphins-left-handers/ Thu, 22 Oct 2015 09:47:44 +0000 http://news.media.co.za/?p=3130 Cape Town. – The off-spinners of the Cape Cobras could play a pivotal role in the Momentum One Day Cup match against the Sunfoil Dolphins at Kingsmead on Friday. Sybrand Engelbrecht is set for a recall and could slot in at number six while being given the task of challenging the left-handers of the Dolphins. […]

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]]> Cape Cobras set to continue their winning ways this weekend https://news.media.co.za/cape-cobras-set-to-continue-their-winning-ways-this-weekend/ Wed, 21 Oct 2015 08:51:07 +0000 http://news.media.co.za/?p=3110 The Cape Cobras won their double-headers against The Unlimited Titans and the VKB Knights in stylish fashion during the weekend. The way in which the Cape Champions dismantled the Titans at the business end of the innings, and ripped through the top- and middle-order of the Knights, should signal an early warning to the Dolphins […]

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]]> Cobras to display Nelson Mandela Foundation logo in Momentum Cup campaign https://news.media.co.za/cobras-to-display-nelson-mandela-foundation-logo-in-momentum-cup-campaign/ Fri, 09 Oct 2015 13:07:25 +0000 http://news.media.co.za/?p=3028 Cape Town. – The Cape Cobras, who are still without a team sponsor, will kick off their campaign for Momentum One Day Cup glory in October by displaying the logo of the Nelson Mandela Foundation on their shirt and chest to demonstrate their commitment to the Madiba-legacy of inspiring a nation and contributing to a […]

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]]> Cape Cobras select six fast bowlers for season-opener at Wanderers https://news.media.co.za/cape-cobras-select-six-fast-bowlers-for-season-opener-at-wanderers/ Fri, 09 Oct 2015 08:15:33 +0000 http://news.media.co.za/?p=3022 Cape Town – Six fast bowlers in the Cape Cobras squad of 13 and six specialist batsmen as well as a bowling all-rounder capable of causing havoc with his left-arm spin and reverse sweeps, are some of the features of the team that will travel to the Bidvest Wanderers Stadium to face the Bizhub Highveld […]

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