Behind the Wickets opens the year with a historic breakthrough for Garden Route cricket.
We lead with exceptional news as a Garden Route Badgers youngster from George is named SA Schools captain, placing him in the elite company of former Protea captains, Graeme Smith and the late Hansie Cronje - a rare honour and a defining moment for cricket in the region.
The positive momentum continues at the CSA Girls’ U/19 Tournament, where Badgers players produced standout individual performances on the national stage.
We also look back at a strong end to 2025 for the Garden Route Badgers flagship men’s team, finishing the year on a high and setting the tone for the season ahead.
As club cricket returns this weekend, we unpack the current log standings, preview the fixtures, and highlight key match-ups across the province.
We close off with the announcement of the Garden Route Badgers Rural squad selected for the CSA Rural Tournament, showcasing the growing depth of cricketing talent across the region.