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• 04/30/2024
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South Africa has announced its 15-member squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup, which will begin on June 1 in the USA and West Indies. Aiden Markram will lead the Proteas for the first time in an ICC event, taking over the reins as the T20I captain.

Nortje’s Return to International Cricket

The most notable inclusion in the squad is fast bowler Anrich Nortje’s return to international cricket after a nine-month absence. Nortje has been sidelined since September 2023 due to a back injury but has been participating in the ongoing 2024 season of the IPL. His experience and pace will be valuable assets for South Africa in the tournament.

Cricket South Africa has announced their 15-member squad for the 2024 T20 World Cup, with Aiden Markram leading the team.#T20WorldCup24 pic.twitter.com/sE7Hb2FmDB

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Quinton de Kock, who announced his retirement from ODIs following the 2023 Cricket World Cup, will participate in the T20 World Cup, adding depth and experience to the squad. The squad also includes Ryan Rickelton and Ottniel Baartman, standout performers from this year’s SA20 league. Both players are set to make their international debuts.

Rickelton, the top run-getter in the SA20 league, will likely partner De Kock at the top of the order. Baartman, the second-highest wicket-taker in the SA20 league, brings his fast bowling skills to the tournament.

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Strong Batting and Bowling Lineups

South Africa boasts an impressive batting lineup that includes Markram, De Kock, Reeza Hendricks, Heinrich Klaasen, David Miller, and the promising Tristan Stubbs. The bowling core features Kagiso Rabada, Nortje, Marco Jansen, and Gerald Coetzee in the pace department, Bjorn Fortuin, Keshav Maharaj, and Tabraiz Shamsi as frontline spinners.

 

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The squad does have some significant exclusions, including former captain Temba Bavuma, Rilee Rossouw, and Wayne Parnell. Other notable players not included are Rassie van der Dussen and Matthew Breetzke, who were among the leading run-getters in the CSA T20 Challenge.

South Africa squad:

Aiden Markram (c), Ottniel Baartman, Gerald Coetzee, Quinton de Kock, Bjorn Fortuin, Reeza Hendricks, Marco Jansen, Heinrich Klaasen, Keshav Maharaj, David Miller, Anrich Nortje, Kagiso Rabada, Ryan Rickelton, Tabraiz Shamsi, Tristan Stubbs. Travelling reserves: Nandre Burger and Lungi Ngidi.

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South Africa’s squad for the T20 World Cup showcases a blend of experienced players and promising talents, particularly in the batting and bowling lineups. The return of Anrich Nortje and Quinton de Kock adds strength and experience to the team, while new players like Ryan Rickelton and Ottniel Baartman bring fresh energy and potential. South Africa’s performance in the tournament will be closely watched as they aim to make their mark under Markram’s captaincy.