The South African Cricketers' Association have threatened strike action with their home board, weeks before England arrive for a four-test tour

The move follows growing dismay at the strident actions of the country's governing body.

South Africa and England are due to meet on Boxing Day in the first test at Centurion, but discussions around industrial action have placed that under threat.

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