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  • Watching from the sidelines

    Tuesday, Oct 04, 2011
    Posted by Faf du Plessis

    It’s been another frustrating week for me hoping to get some action in the Champions League T20, but having to make do with a place on the sidelines as I had to do in the IPL. I have got used to........

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  • Delhi Belly and Malinga magic

    Wednesday, Sep 28, 2011
    Posted by Faf du Plessis

    A bit of déjà vu as I send you greetings, once again, from India. The Champions League T20 is well underway and I’m looking to win another trophy with the Chennai Super Kings. Unfortunately,........

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  • Passport renewed, India here I come!

    Friday, Sep 16, 2011
    Posted by Faf du Plessis

    I’m on my way to India for the Champions League Twenty20 where I’ll once again be playing for the Chennai Super Kings, but before that, a quick update on what’s taken place this week. In........

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  • Training, accolades and the Boks

    Monday, Sep 12, 2011
    Posted by Faf du Plessis

    It’s been a week dominated by training with the Titans, but a good week nonetheless, as I’ve got some good work done. I’ve also been able to meet new Titans coach Matthew Maynard who finally arrived........

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  • A week to remember

    Monday, Sep 05, 2011
    Posted by Faf du Plessis

    I’m back in Gauteng, training with the Titans, and reflecting on a really special week with the national squad down at the Arabella golf estate in the Cape. It really was an awesome week and I just........

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  • Charl, charity and Chennai

    Saturday, Aug 27, 2011
    Posted by Faf du Plessis

    It’s been a pretty quiet, but interesting week, with a couple of different things on the go for me. I’ve been continuing my pre-season training with the Titans, although we’ve taken it up a notch,........

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  • Getting back to basics

    Tuesday, Aug 16, 2011
    Posted by Faf du Plessis

    I can tell you that this freezing cold weather certainly is a far cry from the warmth of the European summer or Mauritius, but despite the crazy temperatures, it’s back to work for me. I........

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  • Food, wine and cycling in Beziers

    Tuesday, Aug 02, 2011
    Posted by Faf du Plessis

    My mind has just about tuned back to cricket and the timing is about right, as I’m due back in South Africa this weekend and will re-join the Titans for some pre-season training on Monday.........

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  • IPL 2011: AN UNFORGETTABLE ADVENTURE

    Monday, May 30, 2011
    Posted by Faf du Plessis

    I have to be honest. As I write this, I’m not feeling the strongest I’ve ever felt, after one of the bigger parties I’ve ever had. In fact, I haven’t had much sleep, but, I think it’s justified –........

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  • Another final for the Chennai Super Kings

    Thursday, May 26, 2011
    Posted by Faf du Plessis

    So, another IPL final for the Chennai Super Kings and I’m just chuffed to have been a part of this campaign, even though I haven’t started any of the games. I’ve still learnt so much and had such a........

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  • A few days' rest and food poisoning

    Monday, May 23, 2011
    Posted by Faf du Plessis

    So, we’re into the IPL play-offs, as the defending champions should be, and my guys are playing good cricket. Top of the log, as it stands, but still plenty of hard work ahead. We’re in good........

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  • About the sea….and weighing bats

    Monday, May 16, 2011
    Posted by Faf du Plessis

    So, as it stands we’re sitting pretty at the top of the log, although things can change very quickly with the likes of the Mumbai Indians breathing down our necks. But, the Chennai Super Kings squad........

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  • Two Victories and a Happy Team

    Tuesday, Apr 24, 2012
    Posted by Russcal

    The last few days from the time I wrote my last Blog has been joyful and hectic. I signed off on the 19th that saw a good team effort in beating the Pune Warriors India. This weekend will have 2........

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  • Hectic Travel

    Thursday, Apr 19, 2012
    Posted by Russcal

    It’s been a while since I wrote my last Blog We have played two games since and we have had a hectic travel schedule. From where I finished in Delhi, we travelled to Chennai on 11th evening........

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  • Victory at Vizag

    Tuesday, Apr 10, 2012
    Posted by Russcal

    From where I finished on my last blog on the 6th of April, quite a few interesting things have happened. On the 6th of April, our pre match practice began with a pre match press conference by........

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  • Match Day and more

    Friday, Apr 06, 2012
    Posted by Russcal

    April 4th Match day is super exciting. And being the first match just makes it more exciting. There is a huge buzz wherever you go in the team hotel with fans trying to get a glimpse of the........

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  • Crazy days are here again

    Wednesday, Apr 04, 2012
    Posted by Russcal

    It has been a couple of days since I posted my blog and the reason is simple – the IPL excitement is well and truly here. And believe me; I am in the middle of it all. We had organized a cake........

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  • Team Spirit is high

    Monday, Apr 02, 2012
    Posted by Russcal

    If day one was a great day in terms of practice for us, day 2 of our camp was equally great and the intensity was as good or for that matter higher. The practice session that started at 4pm ended at........

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  • A great first day at the Camp

    Friday, Mar 30, 2012
    Posted by Russcal

    The first day of a camp is always very special, especially when we meet as team after a long break, and when we regroup, there is a sense of excitement among players and coaching staff. Since we had........

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  • The Excitement Mounts

    Thursday, Mar 29, 2012
    Posted by Russcal

    There are many interesting aspects in managing a team. There are no set rules or duties. Every day is a new challenge. Now as we approach the first match which is just 5 days away, I have to ensure........

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  • Planning is the secret

    Wednesday, Mar 28, 2012
    Posted by Russcal

    The start of a new IPL season is always very exciting. As manager of the Chennai Super Kings, the lead up to the season takes a lot of planning. I feel my role here is much more challenging due to........

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  • Fan Queries

    Monday, Apr 23, 2012
    Posted by Shaken not Styrred

    Two wins and the team is feeling good about it. There is something about our home crowd that brings out the best in us. The energy and inspiration we draw from repeated full-houses can never be........

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  • It is a happy Camp

    Friday, Apr 13, 2012
    Posted by Shaken not Styrred

    Scotty beaming in….. What an eventful week it has been. Coming into Chennai for our important match against the Royal Challengers Bangalore, we were a bit nervous. The loss to Delhi........

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  • We are ready

    Wednesday, Apr 04, 2012
    Posted by Shaken not Styrred

    Ahoy, Super Kings fans. Greetings from Scotty… Now that around 90 per cent of the team has assembled here in Chennai the feeling in the camp is good and positive. Some of us are meeting........

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  • Looking Ahead

    Monday, Apr 02, 2012
    Posted by 5, Victoria Hostel Road

    The start of the fifth edition of the Indian Premier League brings with it a lot of questions for us to answer. The composition of the side for the last four years has predominantly remained the........

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Thursday, May 17, 2012
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