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THE Proteas start their journey to the 2027 World Cup final at the very venue they will hope to return to in four years’ time at the Wanderers today. It’s the first of three ODI matches against India, and it has extra significance with it being the “Pink ODI” – one of the most celebrated days on the South African cricket calendar.
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