CAPE TOWN-- Captain Hashim Amla emerged from a year of poor form with a dogged century to lead a South Africa fightback in the second test against England on Monday.
AUSTRALIA- - World number two Andy Murray was satisfied with the start to his season after romping past France's Kenny de Schepper 6-2 6-2 at the Hopman Cup in Perth, Australia on Monday.
CAPE TOWN-- Brutal batting from Ben Stokes and Jonny Bairstow broke a host of records as England declared on 629 for six before South Africa replied with 141 for two at the close of play on the second day of the second test at Newlands on Sunday.
NEW YORK-- Rex Ryan's Buffalo Bills made sure the New York Jets would not make the playoffs without him.
The Bills built an early lead and thwarted the Jets' comeback effort with three fourth-quarter interceptions to win 22-17 on Sunday at Ralph Wilson Stadium.
DURBAN-- Moeen Ali took three wickets on Wednesday as England made quick work of securing victory in the first test by bundling out South Africa for 174 before lunch and ensure a 241-run win on the last day at Kingsmead.
