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The South Africa men’s national cricket team, also known as the Proteas, represent South Africa in men’s international cricket and is administered by Cricket South Africa (CSA). South Africa is a full member of the International Cricket Council (ICC), Its nickname derives from South Africa’s national flower, Protea cynaroides, commonly known as the “King Protea”.

South Africa is also one of the most successful teams in ODI cricket, winning more than 60 per cent of their matches. However, the 1998 Champions Trophy is its sole success in ICC-organised tournaments. South Africa won the gold medal at the Commonwealth Games in 1998.