@FirdoseM

🏏 @cricinfo senior correspondent - Africa & women's cricket 📖 Author 🎙️ Commentator & Podcaster 🧘🏽‍♀️ Teacher 📚 🐛 & History Nerd IG: firdosemoonda

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Joined May 2009
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Over the last four years I've invested a lot of time into long-form cricket-writing. Here are my favourite pieces: 📱My latest on social media bullying and its effect on players ft Steven Finn, Sinalo Jafta & Hasan Ali, who shared their experiences. thecricketmonthly.com/story/…
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"There's no better feeling than winning, whether it's a final or just a normal game" Aiden Markram has shifted his attention from runs and averages to victories, with the WTC and the ODI World Cup being in his focus right now
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On today’s episode of The Scoop…🏏 @FirdoseM and @PaulDennett_ @dissect South Africa’s incredible comeback against Australia in Gqeberha 🇿🇦🇦🇺 @Estelle_Vasude1 reacts to Sri Lanka’s miracle ODI chase against England 🇱🇰 Regina looks into whether the ICC should be sanctioning controversial franchise leagues 🤨 And we reminisce about Virat Kohli’s iconic T20 World Cup innings against Pakistan 🇮🇳🇵🇰 Watch the latest episode of The Scoop 👉 youtu.be/c61lUOAc_-o
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What a Test match! Really enjoyed capturing the spirit of the Gqeberha game for @cricinfo. Terrific to go to Cape Town with everything on the line. cricinfo.com/story/sa-vs-aus…

SA flex their championship mettle through rain, nerves and late drama

The hosts rediscovered their champion spirit, turning adversity into opportunity and belief into a statement win that reshapes the series

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Has Marnus Labuschagne’s career been blown away in South Africa’s Windy City? cricinfo.com/story/batting-w… #SAvAUS

Batting wind blows in Gqeberha but Australia fail to soak it up

Spotlight back on Labuschagne's Test spot after twin failures put Australia on the brink

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This was enlightening discussion with leading Cricinfo journalist @FirdoseM on racial targets, Test cricket in SA & so much more.
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@SEN_CricketOct 19
LISTEN | Thoroughly interesting chat with @FirdoseM on the complexities of the cricket landscape in South Africa, and on her journey in cricket journalism. Catch up on the podcast with @tommorris32 and @beastieboy07 👇 megaphone.link/NTETP60645217…
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LISTEN | Thoroughly interesting chat with @FirdoseM on the complexities of the cricket landscape in South Africa, and on her journey in cricket journalism. Catch up on the podcast with @tommorris32 and @beastieboy07 👇 megaphone.link/NTETP60645217…
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Previewing the second Test with @FirdoseM, as the Windy City lives up to its name youtube.com/watch?v=30w8l9Sr… #SAvAUS

Preview: Can South Africa bounce back in Gqeberha? #kagisorabada #savsaus #testseries

Andrew McGlashan and Firdose Moonda look at the big talking points ...

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Kagiso Rabada is available for selection for the 2nd Test against Australia and is coming back more philosophical than ever. We tend to look back and forward too much. Part of sport is simply being in the moment. Few do it better than KG. cricinfo.com/story/sa-vs-aus… #SAvAUS

'I just like to let the game take me' - Kagiso Rabada is back, staying firmly in the moment

He's playing his first Test match in 12 months with South Africa 1-0 down, but he's trying not to look too far ahead. "Otherwise you'll drive yourself crazy"

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David Bedingham is looking to make his place in South Africa’s Test side his own, @FirdoseM writes: srkl.in/6006BCjoPg
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Ryan Rickelton will keep wicket in a Test for the first time in Gqeberha - South Africa's fielding coach backs him for the role after plenty of white-ball experience
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Patrice Motsepe’s leadership of CAF is under growing pressure, with officials from across Africa warning they have lost trust in the president and rivals including Samuel Eto’o positioning themselves potentially to replace him. Story with @Romain_Molina theguardian.com/football/202…

Patrice Motsepe’s Caf presidency under pressure after Afcon U-turn as Eto’o waits in wings

Patrice Motsepe’s leadership of the Confederation of African Football (Caf) is under growing pressure, with officials from across the continent warning they have lost trust in the president

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One of the best parts of games here is seeing the mini cricket kids enjoying lunch break on the field. So many national players start their journeys this way.
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This week's Test in Durban is South Africa's first at home since January 2025 😮
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"Every season always feels like a big season and maybe this one feels a little bit more." Temba Bavuma speaks to @FirdoseM ahead of the Australia series and the start of a huge home summer for South Africa cricinfo.com/story/south-afr… #SAvAUS

Temba Bavuma: 'When you play Australia, you play against what it means to be Australian'

The South African captain expects big clashes on the field as the two WTC finalists, with plenty of previous, meet once again

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Kagiso Rabada going through some fitness drills as we wait to see if he will be in South Africa’s XI for the first Test agains Australia. “I don’t think we want to risk short-term gain for long term damage,” said Simon Harmer at the presser. More on @cricinfo soon.
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This is going to be a summer for the books! So chuffed to have spoken exclusively to Temba Bavuma about his hopes for the next few months and the battles of identity that will take place this month. cricinfo.com/story/south-afr… #SAvAUS

Temba Bavuma: 'When you play Australia, you play against what it means to be Australian'

The South African captain expects big clashes on the field as the two WTC finalists, with plenty of previous, meet once again

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Shehan Karunatilaka@ShehanKaruOct 6
Durban’s Kingsmead Cricket Ground will host its inaugural Cricket Lit Fest on 7 October 2026, featuring Barry Richards, Shehan Karunatilaka and discussions about cricket’s history, culture and future. iol.co.za/sunday-tribune/new…
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@FirdoseM reports ⤵️ srkl.in/6012BCVLpK

South Africa's answer to heavier cricket calendar: the exchangeable pitch

With more cricket on the horizon, South Africa are turning to exchangeable pitch to future-proof their major venues

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Some interesting details from yesterday's Cricket SA AGM: 💶 Annual loss but an overall profit over four years 💶 Losses predicted this season despite hosting Aus and Eng 💶 Hosted India women despite losses, gained on goodwill with a mens tour in 2028 cricinfo.com/story/csa-repor…

CSA reports loss as broadcast challenges loom

The board is also predicting another loss in the 2026-27 summer despite hosting the Australia and England men's teams

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