Marco Trevisiol - ARTICLES

South Africa were hopeful of obtaining their inaugural Test series win in Australia on their 2001/02 tour, but they never stood a chance against one of the greatest Test sides ever.

In this segment of looking back at modern Aus/SA Test, we see Australia’s ability to seize the pivotal moments lead to a successful era over their rivals

With South Africa currently touring Australia, we take a look back at all their previous Test tours of Australia post readmission, starting with their 1-1 draw in the 1993/94 season.

Australia’s home Test series versus New Zealand in 1997/98 looked a cakewalk but was to prove to be more interesting and challenging than expected.

With his Test career likely at an end, an assessment of Shane Watson’s overall Test record and when he did and didn’t justify his spot in the side.

Being at my first World Cup match at the MCG on Sunday for India v South Africa met all my expectations… and the crowd atmosphere exceeded all my expectations.

For decades any West Indies tour to Australia had been a major event. But the 2000/01 Test series was so one-sided it would never be the same.

What were the reasons for pre-tournament favourites Australia being bundled out of the T20 World Cup well before the semi-final stages?

Peter Siddle is the modern-day Darren Gough of Ashes contests: capable of bowling inspired spells, respected by opponents, an Ashes hat-trick… and having virtually no team success. Why is this?

Australia’s home Test series against Pakistan in 1999/00 not only contained one of their finest Test victories, but was also the beginning of one of their greatest eras.