Nearly 100 days have passed since Proteas captain Temba Bavuma lifted the coveted Test Mace at Lord’s Cricket Ground, following a historic ICC World Test Championship 2025 (WTC) victory.
Although the team’s demanding schedules prevented an immediate tour following their triumph, Bavuma and coach Shukri Conrad have reaffirmed that celebrating this achievement with the nation remains a top priority.
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For the Proteas, the opportunity to share this milestone with fans nationwide is a vital part of honouring their victory, regardless of how much time has passed.
Nationwide Mace Tour
On Tuesday, 23 September, the Proteas will embark on a nationwide Mace Tour, uniting South Africans from all walks of life and inviting fans to share in the spirit of cricket.
The official Mace Tour is set to commence in Kimberley and Bloemfontein, followed by Durban, Gqeberha, East London and ending in Cape Town.
The tour will take place over a four-day period, stopping at unique locations within each city.
Cricket South Africa, the Proteas, and the team’s management have invited fans to come out and meet the World Test champions.
Mace Tour programme:
Tuesday, 23 September: Kimberley and Bloemfontein
08:30 – 10:00: Diamond Oval – Kimberley
12:30 – 14:00: Tshoseletso High School – Rocklands Bloemfontein
17:30 – 18:30: Airport Meet and Greet – King Shaka International, Durban
Wednesday, 24 September: Durban and Gqeberha
08:30 – 09:30: City bus parade from Umhlanga to Hollywoodbets Kingsmead Stadium – Durban
09:30 – 12:00: SAB Braai Day at Hollywoodbets Kingsmead Stadium – Durban
17:30 – 19:30: Boardwalk Photo Opportunity and Signing Session – Gqeberha
Thursday, 25 September: Gqeberha and East London
08:00 – 10:00: School Assembly Event and Captains’ Panel Discussion – Grey High School, Gqeberha
14:00 – 16:00: East London City Bus Parade – King Williams Town → Mdantsane Township → East London CBD
16:00 – 17:30: City Hall Fan Activation – Photo Opportunity and Signing Session – East London
Friday, 26 September: Cape Town
12:00 – 14:00: Fan Meet & Greet, Grand Parade – Cape Town
14:00 – 16:00: CBD Open Bus Parade – Cape Town
