In attendance to wish the players good luck was Minister of Sport and Recreation, Fikile Mbalula, Cricket South Africa CEO Haroon Lorgat and the Nelson Mandela Foundation’s, Professor Njabulo Ndebele (Chairman) and Sello Hatang (CEO) who are pictured here with South African music legend, Johnny Clegg who sang the national anthem before the start of the game. The Mandela Trophy 1994/95 for cricket. Acting CEO Jacques Faul says it is an exciting prospect to have live cricket up and running again. Springboks challenging the Proteas at a game of Cricket. (Image: The game, which was part of the Nelson Mandela Day of Remembrance activities arranged by the South African government, led by the Presidency and supported by the Department of Social Development, and the Nelson Mandela Foundation, was won by the Springboks thanks to great knocks by Victor Matfield (62), Jan Serfontein (20) and captain Willem Alberts (24) which enabled the rugby players to chase down the Protea’s total of 182 with five wickets in hand. UPDATE: Nelson Mandela Legacy Cup â first innings With the grass embankment and the wooden stand in particular filling up nicely, Protea skipper Hashim Amla elected to bat after winning the toss. The game, which was part of the Nelson Mandela Day of Remembrance activities arranged by the South African government, led by the Presidency and supported by the Department of Social Development, and the Nelson Mandela Foundation, was won by the Springboks thanks to great knocks by Victor Matfield (62), Jan Serfontein (20) and captain Willem Alberts (24) which enabled the rugby players to chase down the Protea’s total of 182 with five wickets in hand. Now cricket comes in threes “Madiba aptly said: ‘What counts in life is not the mere fact that we have lived. “With two of our best national sports teams meeting each other, I can’t think of a better way to honour one of the world’s greatest leaders. (Image: While Nelson Mandela is set to celebrate his 92nd birthday on Sunday, his relatives and colleagues are becoming increasingly involved in bitter feuds for control of ⦠Fans will also be entertained on the day by top local artists. Francois Hougaard of the Springboks runs Dale Steyn of the Proteas out during the 2014 Nelson Mandela Legacy Cup between Proteas and Springboks at the The Wanderers in ⦠The Blue Label Telecoms Proteas and the Springboks will go head to head in the Nelson Mandela Legacy Cup T20 match that will be played at the Bidvest Wanderers Stadium on 5 December 2014. Photograph by Yolanda van der Stoep), Chairman of the Nelson Mandela Foundation, Professor Njabulo Ndebele and the Foundation’s CEO, Sello Hatang with Foundation board members at the Nelson Mandela Legacy Cup T20 cricket match at Bidvest Wanderers on Friday evening, December 5. The game, which was part of the Nelson Mandela Day of Remembrance activities arranged by the South African government, led by the Presidency and supported by the Department of Social Development, and the Nelson Mandela Foundation, was won by the Springboks thanks to great knocks by Victor Matfield (62), Jan Serfontein (20) and captain Willem Alberts (24) which enabled the rugby players to chase down the Protea’s total of 182 with five wickets in hand SEVERAL of the heroes of the Standard Bank Proteas seven successive victories over Australia in the Test and limited overs formats will headline the South African cricket team in their Nelson Mandela Legacy Cup match against the Springboks at PPC Newlands next Thursday. ð¿ We've lined up highlights of the Nelson Mandela Legacy Cup from 2014 & ⦠Video. Springboks challenging the Proteas at a game of Cricket. Cricket SA and SA Rugby would also like to thank Samsung, Powerade, and KFC for their contribution to the event. Photograph by Yolanda van der Stoep), SuperSport presenter, Pommie Mbangwa interviewsMomentum Investments' head of marketing, Vina Naidoo and Nelson Mandela Foundation CEO, Sello Hatang ahead of the Nelson Mandela Legacy Cup T20 cricket match between the Proteas and the Springboks at Bidvest Wanderers on Friday evening, December 5. (Image: To mark the occasion Cricket South Africa CEO, Haroon Lorgat (right) presented the Nelson Mandela Foundation’s Chairman, Professor Njabulo Ndebele (left) with a Momentum Friendship Blazer during the dinner break of the game which was eventually won by the Boks by five wickets. Hundreds of South Africans flocked to the Wanderers Stadium on Friday for the Nelson Mandela Legacy Cup cricket match held in support of the Mandela foundation. Photograph by Yolanda van der Stoep), As part of the activities surrounding the commemoration of the first anniversary of Nelson Mandela’s passing the Proteas and the Springboks took each other on in the Nelson Mandela Legacy Cup T20 cricket match at Bidvest Wanderers on Friday evening, December 5. On hand to wish the players good luck was the Nelson Mandela Foundation’s CEO, Sello Hatang, Cricket South Africa CEO Haroon Lorgat, Minister of Sport and Recreation, Fikile Mbalula and Nelson Mandela Foundation Chairman, Professor Njabulo Ndebele who are pictured here on the boundary rope before the start of the game waiting for the players to come onto the oval. (Image: After an excellent 62 run knock from opener, Victor Matfield and good contributions by Jan Serfontein (20) and captain Willem Alberts (24) the Boks beat the Proteas by five wickets. What happens when the Proteas ð take on the Springboks ð in a T20 cricket match? Issued by SA Rugby Communications. Any other country doing something similar? Cricket South Africa (CSA) will partner with the Nelson Mandela Foundation and the South African Rugby Union (SARU) to bring fans another unique encounter on the first anniversary of the passing away of our beloved former President, Nelson Mandela. “This is a journey that is our collective responsibility as active citizens and it cannot be achieved without valued partners such as CSA , SARU and the Gauteng Cricket Board. The Nelson Mandela Foundation has partnered with Cricket South Africa and the South African Rugby Union to commemorate the first anniversary of the passing of the beloved former president, Nelson Mandela. From his cell he ordered members of the ANC to disrupt Mike Gatting's rebel cricket ⦠Photograph by Yolanda van der Stoep), Springbok rugby players Damian de Allende and Francois Hougaard with a few happy fans during an autograph session before the start of the Nelson Mandela Legacy Cup T20 cricket match between the Proteas and Springboks at Bidvest Wanderers on Friday evening, December 5. The game, which was part of the Nelson Mandela Day of Remembrance activities arranged by the South African government, led by the Presidency and supported by the Department of Social Development, and the Nelson Mandela Foundation, was won by the Boks after the rugby players chased down the Protea’s total of 182 with five wickets to spare. Nelson Mandela Foundation CEO, Sello Hatang wishes Proteas fast bowler, Dale Steyn good luck before the start of the Nelson Mandela Legacy Cup T20 cricket match between the Proteas and Springboks at Bidvest Wanderers on Friday evening, December 5 which was part of the Nelson Mandela Day of Remembrance activities arranged by the South African government, led by the Presidency and supported by the Department of Social Development, and the Nelson Mandela Foundation. Photograph by Yolanda van der Stoep), As part of the activities surrounding the commemoration of the first anniversary of Nelson Mandela’s passing the Proteas and the Springboks took each other on in the Nelson Mandela Legacy Cup T20 cricket match at Bidvest Wanderers on Friday evening, December 5. “He worked tirelessly to bring people together from different communities and in a small way this sporting celebration of his contribution to South Africa does that in a symbolic way. South African icon Nelson Mandela, who was born 101 years ago today, was well known for his love of boxing, but he was a fan of anything that brought sports fans together. “The Springboks really enjoyed last year’s encounter and I know that meetings of the selectors have already taken place.”. Photograph by Yolanda van der Stoep), Cricket South Africa CEO, Haroon Lorgat (second left) with the Nelson Mandela Foundation’s Professor Njabulo Ndebele (Chairman), Danielle Melville (Director: Communications & Outreach) and Sello Hatang (CEO) after presenting them each with a Momentum Friendship Blazer during the dinner break at Friday evening’s (December 5) Nelson Mandela Legacy Cup T20 cricket match between the Proteas and the Springboks at Bidvest Wanderers. Chief Executive of the Gauteng Cricket Board, Greg Fredericks, commented: “As the GCB, we consider this a great honour and look forward to hosting this event at the Bull Ring. Photograph by Yolanda van der Stoep), The Mandela Dialogues 2: observations on the process, Reflections from the 2016 Mandela Dialogues, Nelson Mandela International Dialogues 2013-2014, Human Rights Lecture and Roundtable Discussion 2007, Visit South Africa's official Covid-19 resource portal. 76. This will be another memorable day for all South Africans,” added Lorgat. Pictured during the dinner break in the Long Room at the Wanderers was Kaya FMs Mo-G and Nelson Mandela Foundation CEO, Sello Hatang. South Africaâs cricket and rugby teams look forward to Nelson Mandela Legacy Cup match â video. Photograph by Yolanda van der Stoep), The Nelson Mandela Day of Remembrance activities on Friday, December 5 culminated in the playing of the Nelson Mandela Legacy Cup T20 cricket match between the Proteas and the Springboks at Bidvest Wanderers. Related Posts. âI canât think of a more appropriate day on which to hold this game than Nelson Mandela Day when its prime objective is to raise funds for those who have been badly affected by the coronavirus. The Proteas and Springbok Team Management have agreed to play their best available players for this match. A signing session with both teams will also take place as well as the popular Hit a Six competition. Cricket South Africa will partner with the Nelson Mandela Foundation and the South African Rugby Union to bring fans another unique encounter on the first anniversary of the passing away of our beloved former President, Nelson ⦠The announcement of Mandela's death was made by President Jacob Zuma. Nelson Mandela’s legacy has created the opportunity for us to achieve a bright future,” commented Sello Hatang, Chief Executive of the Nelson Mandela Foundation. The game, which was part of the Nelson Mandela Day of Remembrance activities arranged by the South African government, led by the Presidency and supported by the Department of Social Development, and the Nelson Mandela Foundation, was won by the Springboks thanks to great knocks by Victor Matfield (62), Jan Serfontein (20) and captain Willem Alberts (24) which enabled the rugby players to chase down the Protea’s total of 182 with five wickets in hand. (Image: The Famous Grouse on board for British & Irish Lions tour to South Africa. (Image: (Image: (Image: Hundreds of South Africans flocked to the Wanderers Stadium on Friday for the Nelson Mandela Legacy Cup cricket match held in support of the Mandela foundation. Nelson Mandela Legacy Cup T20 Proteas vs Springboks Wanderers Johannesburg, SA Nelson Mandela Legacy Cup tickets - viagogo, world's largest ticket marketplace. FOLLOWING two successful Proteas vs Springbok clashes in 2013 and 2014, the eagerly anticipated Nelson Mandela Legacy Cup clash makes a return to the sporting calendar next month. Posted by 2 months ago. About 1,080 results for Nelson Mandela. Nelson Mandela Legacy Cup Proteas Springboks. Close. Various fundraising initiatives will take place on the day with proceeds going to the Nelson Mandela Foundation. ... Nelson Mandela Farewell Game was a soccer match between World Stars v South Africa as a tribute to former President Nelson Mandela. Photograph by Yolanda van der Stoep), Hugo Koen of Faerie Glen in Pretoria smiles for a photograph with Springbok winger, Damien de Allende during an autograph signing session held before Friday evening’s (December 5) Nelson Mandela Legacy Cup T20 cricket match between the Proteas and the Boks at Bidvest Wanderers. Cricket South Africa have announced that Integrated Financial Services Provider, Momentum, are the latest commercial partner to associate itself with Fridayâs Nelson Mandela Legacy Cup. Photograph by Yolanda van der Stoep), (Image: “We all remember the excitement at last year’s match between the Proteas and Springboks in Cape Town when a sell-out crowd enjoyed the rivalry between these two national teams,” commented CSA Chief Executive, Haroon Lorgat. Boks beat Proteas at their own game. The game, which was part of the Nelson Mandela Day of Remembrance activities arranged by the South African government, led by the Presidency and supported by the Department of Social Development, and the Nelson Mandela Foundation, was won by the Springboks thanks to great knocks by Victor Matfield (62), Jan Serfontein (20) and captain Willem Alberts (24) which enabled the rugby players to chase down the Protea’s total of 182 with five wickets in hand. The cricket ⦠Both teams will be out to claim some bragging rights, but the bigger picture lies in honouring Madiba’s legacy; this will be a celebration of the invaluable contributions he has made to South Africa.”. The game was held to commemorate the first anniversary of Nelson Mandela’s passing and saw the Proteas bat first and set a target of 182 which was surpassed by the Boks with five wickets in hand thanks to great contributions by Victor Matfield (62), Jan Serfontein (20) and captain Willem Alberts (24). “With this match eagerly anticipated by sports fans around the country, we are expecting the same enjoyment from fans who make their way to the Bidvest Wanderers Stadium.”. (Image: (Image: To find out more, read our cookie policy . We received the tiding of Madiba’s passing after hosting the Proteas at the stadium last year and this match is a fitting tribute for a man that saw the power that sport had in bringing our nation together.”. ”The passing of Madiba affected all South Africans and left us with a duty to continue his legacy,” said Jurie Roux, CEO of SARU. Nelson Mandelaâs legacy has created the opportunity for us to achieve a bright future,â commented Sello Hatang, Chief Executive of the Nelson Mandela Foundation. Nelson Mandela Legacy Cup, Proteas vs Springboks - Newlands, Cape Town, 08 December 2016 The game, which was part of the Nelson Mandela Day of Remembrance activities arranged by the South African government, led by the Presidency and supported by the Department of Social Development, and the Nelson Mandela Foundation, was won by the Springboks thanks to great knocks by Victor Matfield (62), Jan Serfontein (20) and captain Willem Alberts (24) which enabled the rugby players to chase down the Protea’s total of 182 with five wickets in hand. On hand to wish the players good luck was the Nelson Mandela Foundation’s CEO, Sello Hatang, Cricket South Africa CEO Haroon Lorgat, Minister of Sport and Recreation, Fikile Mbalula and Nelson Mandela Foundation Chairman, Professor Njabulo Ndebele. The match is proudly sponsored by Prepaid24.com. (Image: (Image: During the dinner break Cricket South Africa CEO, Haroon Lorgat presented Nelson Mandela Foundation CEO, Sello Hatang with a special book entitled, “The Sporting Madiba 50 Famous Photo’s” to mark the occasion. As part of the activities surrounding the commemoration of the first anniversary of Nelson Mandela’s passing the Proteas and the Springboks took each other on in the Nelson Mandela Legacy Cup T20 cricket match at Bidvest Wanderers on Friday evening, December 5. The pride, passion and tradition of sport is what connects us as individuals, families, communities and nations. Non-stop entertainment! Nov 12 ⢠222 Views. “The Boks were no mugs with both bat and ball and will definitely bring their “A” game, I think we’re in for a competitive and entertaining game of cricket. Photograph by Yolanda van der Stoep), As part of the activities surrounding the commemoration of the first anniversary of Nelson Mandela’s passing the Proteas and the Springboks took each other on in the Nelson Mandela Legacy Cup T20 cricket match at Bidvest Wanderers on Friday evening, December 5. But Mandela's legacy, sealed that day of the World Cup final, was a stable democracy without a peep of violent right-wing dissent in which four elections were held and four presidents took power. Despite a great knock of 51 from Amla the Springboks won the encounter by five wickets thanks to very useful contributions by Victor Matfield (62), Jan Serfontein (20) and captain Willem Alberts (24). Mandela, South Africaâs greatest leader, leaves a fragile legacy Despite a deeply flawed presidency, Nelson Mandelaâs charisma, inclusiveness ⦠JOHANNESBURG - One year after the death of former president and Nobel peace laureate Nelson Mandela, South Africans are remembering his life through prayer, walks -- and cricket. (Image: âThis is a journey that is our collective responsibility as active citizens and it cannot be achieved without valued partners such as CSA , SARU and the Gauteng Cricket Board. Photograph by Yolanda van der Stoep), South African fast bowler, Wayne Parnell showed his a multi-talented sportsman when he went head-to-head in a kicking competition with Springbok kicking coach, Louis Koen and matched the former Bok flyhalf kick-for-kick before the start of the Nelson Mandela Legacy Cup T20 cricket match at Bidvest Wanderers on Friday evening, December 5. (Image: Never one to give in to glib talk, Rabada said, âNelson Mandela played a huge role in the world and particularly in South Africa. The game was part of the Nelson Mandela Day of Remembrance activities arranged by the South African government, led by the Presidency and supported by the Department of Social Development, and the Nelson Mandela Foundation. Photograph by Yolanda van der Stoep), Prolific Proteas batsman, Hashim Amla signs autographs for fans before Friday evening’s (December 5) Nelson Mandela Legacy Cup T20 cricket match between the Proteas and the Boks at Bidvest Wanderers. Highlights from the Nelson Mandela Legacy Cup which saw the Proteas take on the Springboks at Newlands in Cape Town, in December 2016. This site uses cookies to provide you with a great user experience. The cricket match, won by the Boks, was part of the Nelson Mandela Day of Remembrance activities arranged by the South African government, led by the Presidency and supported by the Department of Social Development, and the Nelson Mandela Foundation the past weekend. Tickets for the match go on sale on Tuesday, 11 November 2014. Photograph by Yolanda van der Stoep), South African fast bowler, Wayne Parnell showed his a multi-talented sportsman when he went head-to-head in a kicking competition with Springbok kicking coach, Louis Koen and matched the former Bok flyhalf kick-for-kick before the start of the Nelson Mandela Legacy Cup T20 cricket match at Bidvest Wanderers on Friday evening, December 5. The South African Rugby Union (SARU) and Cricket South Africa (CSA) will partner with the Nelson Mandela Foundation to bring fans another unique encounter on the first anniversary of the passing away of our beloved former President, Nelson Mandela. Photograph by Yolanda van der Stoep), The three big run scorers in Friday evening’s (December 5) Nelson Mandela Legacy Cup T20 cricket match between the Proteas and Springboks at Bidvest Wanderers, Willem Alberts (24), Hashim Amla (51) and Victor Matfield (62) before the start of the match which was eventually won with five wickets by the Boks. âHe looks like heâs swallowed Brian Lara!â ð ð One of our favourite moments of the decade was when big Trevor Nyakane faced off with Mangaliso Mosehle at the Nelson Mandela Legacy Cup, trading his rugby skills for some interesting cricket ones ð In partnership with the Nelson Mandela Foundation, the day served as a fundraiser for the Foundation. Springboks forward Flip van der Merwe and batsman Hashim Amla look ahead to the Nelson Mandela Legacy Cup T20 match on Friday in Johannesburg. (Image: It is what difference we have made to the lives of others that will determine the significance of the life we lead’ .”, “The inaugural match at Newlands last year was thoroughly enjoyed by everyone who participated and I have no doubt that this year’s match will be no different, if not better,” Proteas T20 captain, Faf du Plessis said. The Mandela Dialogues 2: observations on the process, Reflections from the 2016 Mandela Dialogues, Nelson Mandela International Dialogues 2013-2014, Human Rights Lecture and Roundtable Discussion 2007, Visit South Africa's official Covid-19 resource portal. By Karinda Jagmohan Sep 2, 2018 Rewind: Boks vs Proteas â Mandela Legacy Cup 2014 Video published on May 29, 2020 Relive the action from the 2014 Nelson Mandela Legacy Cup when the Springboks faced off against their cricket counterparts in a historic T20 match at the Wanderers in Johannesburg. Nelson Mandela Legacy Cup 2014 | Proteas Innings vs Springboks | Highlights | SuperSport. Tickets are available from www.ticketpros.co.za and will range from R90-R200. Photograph by Yolanda van der Stoep), David Ball (9) of Waterfall Country Estate happily has his shirt autographed by Springbok, Francois Hougaard before Friday evening’s (December 5) Nelson Mandela Legacy Cup T20 cricket match between the Proteas and the Boks at Bidvest Wanderers. The fact that a donation will be made to his Foundation is our contribution to continuing that work. Photograph by Yolanda van der Stoep), Budding Protea’s batsman, Francois Breytenbach (2½) of Elsburg shows his cricketing skills while standing in line with his dad to get autographs from some of the Springbok and Protea players who participated in the Nelson Mandela Legacy Cup T20 cricket match at Bidvest Wanderers on Friday, December 5. Yolanda van der Stoep), Springbok hooker, Bismarck du Plessis with a few happy fans before the start of the Nelson Mandela Legacy Cup T20 cricket match between the Proteas and Springboks at Bidvest Wanderers on Friday evening, December 5. Nelson Mandela Foundation CEO, Sello Hatang wishes Proteas fast bowler, Dale Steyn good luck before the start of the Nelson Mandela Legacy Cup T20 cricket match between the Proteas and Springboks at Bidvest Wanderers on Friday evening, December 5 which was part of the Nelson Mandela Day of Remembrance activities arranged by the South African government, led by the ⦠The game, which was part of the Nelson Mandela Day of Remembrance activities arranged by the South African government, led by the Presidency and supported by the Department of Social Development, and the Nelson Mandela Foundation, was won by the Boks after the rugby players chased down the Protea’s total of 182 with five wickets to spare. This Friday, it's South Africa versus South Africa in the Nelson Mandela Legacy Cup - and you could catch all the action! (Image: The annual 'Mandela Legacy Cub' was launched with a match between the Springboks and the Proteas at Wonderers in Johannesburg as well as a Mini Cricket Festival. The game, played in front of a sold out crowd, was part of the Nelson Mandela Day of Remembrance activities arranged by the South African government, led by the Presidency and supported by the Department of Social Development, and the Nelson Mandela Foundation to commemorate the first anniversary of the iconic leaders passing. Nelson Mandela Legacy race kicks off #TourismMonth. The Proteas and the Springboks will go head to head in the Nelson Mandela Legacy Cup T20 match that will be played at the Bidvest Wanderers Stadium on 5 December 2014. (Image: The Springboks and Proteas will go head-to-head in the Nelson Mandela Legacy Cup T20 match at the Wanderers Stadium on 5 December 2014. Photograph by Yolanda van der Stoep), The Nelson Mandela Day of Remembrance activities on Friday, December 5 culminated in the playing of the Nelson Mandela Legacy Cup T20 cricket match between the Proteas and the Springboks at Bidvest Wanderers. (Image: