England v South Africa: The best of enemies

July 15, 2012 | By More

While Australia will always remain England’s biggest rivals, their recent series against South Africa have been just as closely contested.

BBC Sport takes a look at the Proteas’ visits to England since their return to international cricket.

1994: England 1-1 South Africa


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Archive: Malcolm destroys South Africa

Three years after being readmitted by the International Cricket Council, South Africa toured England for the first time since 1965. The Proteas announced their return with a crushing victory at Lord’s, with captain Kepler Wessels getting a century. After a draw at Headingley, a Devon Malcolm-inspired England squared the series at The Oval.

“You guys are history”

Mercurial fast bowler Malcolm had been recalled for the final Test but managed only 1-81 in South Africa’s first innings. When he came out to bat, he was hit

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