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South Africa Playing XI for First Australia Test: No Rabada; Nortje, Bedingham Return
South Africa have named a balanced XI with Anrich Nortje returning and Kagiso Rabada sidelined while he continues his recovery from injury.
- On Thursday, South Africa announced their playing XI for the first Test against Australia, scheduled to begin Friday at Kingsmead in Durban, combining experienced campaigners with emerging talent.
- Pace spearhead Kagiso Rabada remains sidelined while recovering from injury, having not played at any level since featuring for the Gujarat Titans in the Indian Premier League this past May.
- Ace pacer Anrich Nortje makes his long-awaited return to the squad, having last played a Test in March 2023, joining spin duo Keshav Maharaj and Simon Harmer in the Proteas' bowling attack.
- Proteas Test captain Temba Bavuma leads a balanced XI, with Aiden Markram, Ryan Rickelton, David Bedingham, and Tristan Stubbs providing batting depth, while Wiaan Mulder and Marco Jansen add all-round options.
- With all three matches carrying significance in The ICC World Test Championship cycle, both teams aim to build momentum as the series travels from Durban to Gqeberha and concludes in Cape Town.
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South Africa Playing XI For 1st Test vs Australia Announced: Anrich Nortje Returns As Kagiso Rabada Misses Out | 🏏 LatestLY
South Africa has announced their Playing XI for the first Test against Australia, kicking off tomorrow in Durban. Star pacer Kagiso Rabada (31) misses out due to a hamstring injury, while speedster Anrich Nortje (32) makes a significant return to the Test side after nearly three and a half years. 🏏 South Africa Playing XI For 1st Test vs Australia Announced: Anrich Nortje Returns As Kagiso Rabada Misses Out.
·Mumbai, India
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SA vs AUS: Kagiso Rabada misses Durban Test opener as Anrich Nortje makes comeback
Kagiso Rabada will miss South Africa’s first Test against Australia in Durban as the Proteas opt for two spinners, with Anrich Nortje returning to first-class cricket after almost four years.
·Noida, India
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