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Trott in no hurry to change approach

Jonathan Trott has no intention of changing the methods which have helped him reach Test cricket just because Graeme Smith does not like them. His gutsy 69 enabled England to scrape a draw at Centurion and ensure they go to Durban all square.

Rearguard will boost us - Strauss

Andrew Strauss believes his England team will take great heart from their nerve-shredding draw at Centurion as they head into the Boxing Day Test.

Colly relieved to see England to safety

Paul Collingwood revealed an uncomfortable feeling of déjà vu as he shepherded England to a dramatic draw against South Africa in the Centurion Test.

Nervous England cling on

Justin Goulding

England overcame a virulent attack of nerves and astonishing final-evening collapse to salvage a draw at Centurion. Charged with batting out the day to save the game, they did so with a wicket in hand.

Nervous England cling on

Justin Goulding

England overcame a virulent attack of nerves and astonishing final-evening collapse to salvage a draw in a thrilling climax to opening Test against South Africa.

Parnell axed for Durban Test

Wayne Parnell has been cut from South Africa’s squad for the next two Tests at Durban and Cape Town. Alviro Petersen, Ryan McLaren and Dale Steyn are all retained in a 14-man squad.

Anderson banking on Ashes memory

James Anderson has a chance to be a batting hero for the second time in 2009 as England try to save the first Test against South Africa at Centurion.

Strauss blow rocks England

Justin Goulding

An England side minus their captain must survive a final-day barrage from South Africa if they are to save the opening Test. Set an unlikely 364 to win thanks largely to Hashim Amla's classy century, the tourists lost Andrew Strauss before the close.

Strauss blow rocks England

Justin Goulding

An England side minus their captain must survive a final-day barrage from South Africa if they are to save the opening Test. Set an unlikely 364 to win thanks largely to Hashim Amla's classy century...

England question review delay

England have confirmed their intention to query South Africa's controversial delay before asking for an lbw review against Stuart Broad on day three.