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Proteas spinner Keshav Maharaj has held onto the pinnacle of the Proteas Men SACA MVP Test rankings following the conclusion of the Pakistan series, South Africa’s seventh Test victory in the 2024/25 season. Maharaj’s consistent wicket-taking prowess, particularly his five-wicket haul in the final Test at Newlands, has propelled him to the top of the leaderboard with 170.997 MVP points.

Hot on Maharaj’s heels is Kagiso Rabada, who occupies second position with 170.132 MVP points, followed by Kyle Verreynne in third with 150.13 MVP points.

The Proteas continue to pursue success in the longest form of the game as they look forward to the Test Championship Final later this year.

In the overall Proteas SACA MVP rankings, Tristan Stubbs currently holds the top spot. However, Marco Jansen (Player of the Series in the Pakistan Test series), is steadily closing the gap with his exceptional performances across formats.

The Proteas SACA MVP rankings are determined through a meticulous process that considers various factors, including player performance, match impact, and contextual factors. The rankings provide a comprehensive assessment of player contributions, recognizing those who have consistently excelled throughout the season.

The rankings are a testament to the outstanding performances of Proteas players and recognize the impact of individual performances on the team’s success.

Proteas Men SACA MVP Overall Rankings as of 7 January 2025
Proteas Men SACA MVP Test Rankings as of 7 January 2025
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PROTEAS STAY AT NUMBER 1

India has moved into second place in the ICC Test Championship table after winning the four-Test series against South Africa by 3-0.

The series result has helped Virat Kohli’s side gain 10 points, which has lifted it from 100 points to 110 points and ahead of Australia and Pakistan, which have slipped one place each to third and fourth, respectively.

Hashim Amla’s side has retained its number-one Test ranking but its lead at the top has been slashed from 16 points to just four points.

India has no more Test matches before the annual 1 April cut-off date, but third-ranked Australia will host eighth-ranked West Indies in a three-Test series from 10 December, sixth-ranked New Zealand will go head to head with seventh-ranked Sri Lanka also from 10 December, while fifth-ranked England will travel to South Africa for a four-Test series which will start in Durban on 26 December.

To finish as the number-one ranked Test side at the annual cut-off date, South Africa will have to, at least, draw the series with England. Its failure to do so, will result in it falling from the top pedestal and handing the number-one position to Australia (provided it wins the series against the West Indies by 3-0).

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