Proteas Test captain Temba Bavuma has unfortunately been sidelined for the first Test against Bangladesh.
Scans revealed a strain in his left tricep muscle, prompting the decision to rule him out of the match.
Despite this setback, Bavuma will travel with the team to Dhaka on Tuesday, where he will continue his recovery under the guidance of the Proteas medical staff as he prepares for the second Test.
Aiden Markram Takes the Helm
With Bavuma out, Aiden Markram has stepped up to lead the team in the first Test, set to take place at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium starting on Monday, October 21.
This will be an exciting opportunity for Markram as he assumes the captaincy for this crucial match.
Dewald Brevis Joins the Squad
In a significant move, Titans batsman Dewald Brevis has been called up to the squad as a backup player.
This marks Brevis’s first inclusion in the Test team following impressive performances for South Africa ‘A’ against Sri Lanka ‘A’ last month, where he scored 49 and 74 in the second four-day match.
His addition brings youthful energy to the squad.
Lungi Ngidi Steps In
Additionally, fast bowler Lungi Ngidi has been named as a replacement for Nandre Burger, who is unable to join the tour due to a lumbar stress fracture.
Burger will begin his rehabilitation with the Cricket South Africa and Western Province medical teams, ensuring he receives the care he needs.
Training Camp Ahead
Before the Test series kicks off, the squad will gather for a red-ball camp at the Centre of Excellence in Pretoria from October 12-14.
This training session will help the players prepare for the upcoming challenges they will face in Bangladesh.
Full Proteas Test Squad Against Bangladesh
Here’s a look at the full Proteas Test squad for the series:
- Temba Bavuma (captain, Lions)
- David Bedingham (Western Province)
- Matthew Breetzke (Warriors)
- Dewald Brevis (Titans)
- Tony de Zorzi (Western Province)
- Keshav Maharaj (Hollywoodbets Dolphins)
- Aiden Markram (Titans)
- Wiaan Mulder (Lions)
- Senuran Muthusamy (Warriors)
- Lungi Ngidi (Titans)
- Dane Paterson (Western Province)
- Dane Piedt (Knights)
- Kagiso Rabada (Lions)
- Tristan Stubbs (Warriors)
- Ryan Rickelton (Lions)
- Kyle Verreynne (Western Province)
Test Series Schedule
Mark your calendars for the Test series against Bangladesh:
- First Test: October 21-25 at 10:00 AM
- Location: Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, Dhaka
- Second Test: October 29 – November 2 at 10:00 AM
- Location: Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium, Chattogram
With this exciting series on the horizon, fans are eager to see how the Proteas will perform under the new leadership of Aiden Markram and with the fresh talent of Dewald Brevis.