Cricket South Africa has postponed the latest round of matches in division two of the country's four-day provincial competition after a number of Covid-19 cases, the move coming just two weeks before the start of a three-test series with India, Reuters reports.

“In the last couple of days, some positive Covid-19 test results have emerged following team pre-arrival testing sessions,” CSA said in a statement.

“Activating the precautionary and preventative measures stipulated in the organisations Covid-19 protocols to ensure the health, safety and well-being of all involved is a top priority for CSA.”