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The South Africa national cricket team, nicknamed the Proteas, is led by head coach Shukri Conrad. The side represents the country in international cricket, and the 2026/27 season frames its current fixtures. It is a national team competing in cricket.
The World Test Championship title from the cycle ending in 2025 and the Champions Trophy from 1998 lead the honours. Later ICC Test Championship and ODI Championship recognition, plus the Sir Vivian Richards Trophy, add to the cabinet.
Before the next match, know that the Proteas play international cricket under Shukri Conrad, with a national squad. The team's identity rests on that national setup and the honours above, so follow the coach and season context first.
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The head coach is Shukri Conrad for the South Africa national cricket team.
South Africa has won the Sir Vivian Richards Trophy nine times in the competition's history.
The South Africa national cricket team is commonly called the Proteas by supporters and commentators.