The Proteas men’s cricket team marked Pink Day on September 27 by dressing in pink in support of breast cancer awareness.

According to a Cricket South Africa media release, it is a day when survivors, family, friends and cricket fans, young and old, dress up in pink in support of breast cancer sufferers and their families.

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Lions Cricket CEO Jono Leaf-Wright said the 15th Pink Day was special, noting that it was a day of true purpose and huge significance.

“What made the day extraordinary was that our Proteas played with the names of cancer survivors and fighters on the back of their shirts, as opposed to their own surnames,” said Leaf-Wright.

Leaf-Wright added that it was also memorable to see the public rallying behind the cricketers from the first ball to the final delivery.

“It seemed to me, that every individual present immersed themselves wholeheartedly, not only in spirit by dressing up, but being fully aware of the meaning of Pink Day and the occasion thereof,” said Leaf-Wright.

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“The money raised is outstanding as always, which includes personal donations, ticket portions, corporate donations and every amount making a difference.”

He concluded that celebrating the 15th edition of Pink Day as the DP World Wanderers Stadium celebrates its 70th birthday was a moment in time he would never forget.

“Pink Day is a real purpose driven event, with fans, sponsors, players, partners and media fully immersed in making a tangible difference.”

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