The Proteas in a huddle. Photo: Christiaan Kotze/BackpagePix
When are the Proteas next in action? Set your alarm clocks!
The Proteas will soon begin a two-Test series against New Zealand as they look to back up their impressive results against India.
The Proteas in a huddle. Photo: Christiaan Kotze/BackpagePix
After claiming a memorable 2-1 Test series win over India, there will be great anticipation when the Proteas resume duty in the Test format.
Despite the case of “gross misconduct” against coach Mark Boucher overshadowing proceedings, all the other signs suggest the Proteas are a team on the rise.
On Thursday, 17 February, the Proteas will return to action as they take on World Test Championship winners New Zealand in the first Test in Christchurch, which will begin in the early hours of the morning (SA time).
Unfortunately for the Proteas, it was recently confirmed that Keegan Petersen will unfortunately miss the tour to New Zealand after testing positive for COVID-19.
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“Cricket South Africa’s (CSA) medical team will keep in close contact with him to ensure his physical and mental well-being,” a statement read.
Western Province batsman, Zubayr Hamza, will replace him for the tour. However, it’s a massive blow for the Proteas after Keegan Petersen emerged as the Man of the Series against India, having ended the three-Test tour as the leading run-scorer, with 276 at an average of 46.00.
In team management news, South Africa A team coach, Malibongwe Maketa and physiotherapist, Brent Martin will join the Proteas, replacing Rivash Gobind and Craig Govender, who are going on leave.
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Proteas Test squad vs New Zealand
Dean Elgar (captain, Momentum Multiply Titans), Temba Bavuma (vice-captain, Imperial Lions), Sarel Erwee (Hollywoodbets Dolphins), Zubayr Hamza (Six Gun Grill Western Province), Simon Harmer (Momentum Multiply Titans), Marco Jansen (Gbets Warriors), Keshav Maharaj (Hollywoodbets Dolphins), Aiden Markram (Momentum Multiply Titans), Wiaan Mulder (Imperial Lions), Lungi Ngidi (Momentum Multiply Titans), Duanne Olivier (Imperial Lions), Kagiso Rabada (Imperial Lions), Ryan Rickelton (Imperial Lions), Lutho Sipamla (Imperial Lions), Glenton Stuurman (Gbet Warriors), Rassie van der Dussen (Imperial Lions), Kyle Verreynne (wicket-keeper, Six Gun Grill Western Province).
Team management
Mark Boucher (Head Coach), Khomotso Volvo Masubelele (Manager), Charl Langeveldt (Bowling Coach), Justin Ontong (Fielding Coach), Justin Sammons (Batting Consultant), Malibongwe Maketa (Coach), Brent Martin (Physiotherapist), Tumi Masekela (Strength & Conditioning Coach), Dr Shuaib Manjra (Team Dr), Sipokazi Sokanyile (Media Manager), Kyle Botha (Masseur), Zunaid Wadee (Security).
South Africa Test Tour to New Zealand Itinerary
Thursday, 17 to Monday, 21 February 1st Test Hagley Oval, Christchurch
Friday, 25 February to Tuesday, 01 March 2nd Test Hagley Oval, Christchurch
