South Africa’s star batsman has suffered a major setback before the limited overs tour of Pakistan. david miller Has been ruled out of the entire series due to hamstring injury. Cricket South Africa (CSA) confirmed that the left-hander suffered a grade-one hamstring strain during training, forcing him to miss both the T20I and ODI legs of the ongoing tour.
South Africa hit by injury ahead of white-ball series against Pakistan
Miller’s absence is not the only blow to South Africa’s plans. Proteas team will also be without fast bowler Gerald CoetzeeWho has been ruled out of both formats after suffering a pectoral muscle injury during the recent T20 match against Namibia.
These dual injuries have increased South Africa’s selection challenges, especially as several senior players have been rested ahead of a busy international schedule. The absence of two key performers – the experience of Miller in the middle order and the pace of Coetzee – will test the team’s bench strength as they prepare to face a competitive Pakistan team on home soil.
South Africa’s ODI and T20I captain
Cricket South Africa has handed the T20I captaincy to Donovan Ferreira, a decision seen as an investment in the team’s next generation of leaders. Known for his aggressive middle-order batting and adaptability, Ferreira will look to inspire a young team against Pakistan’s experienced T20I unit.
To support the revamped lineup, Matthew Britzke and uncapped batsman Tony De Zorzi have been added to the T20I squad. His inclusion highlights CSA’s focus on nurturing new talent while maintaining balance within the team.
In the ODI setup, Matthew Britzke will take over as captain, with Ottniel Baartman replacing Coetzee to strengthen the bowling attack.
PAK vs SA: White-ball series schedule
The limited overs series will begin with the first T20 match in Rawalpindi on October 28. The final two T20 matches will be held in Lahore on 31 October and 1 November. After the T20I, both the teams will travel to Faisalabad for a three-match ODI series to be held on November 4, 6 and 8.
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South Africa’s T20I and ODI squad for Pakistan tour
T20I team:
Donovan Ferreira (captain), Otniel Baartman, Corbin Bosch, Mathieu Bretzke, Dewald Brewis, Nandre Berger, Quinton de Kock, Tony De Zorzi, Reeza Hendricks, George Linde, Lungi Ngidi, Nqaba Peter, Luan-Dre Pretorius, Andile Simelane, Lizaad Williams
ODI Team:
Matthew Britzke (captain), Otniel Baartman, Corbin Bosch, Dewald Brewis, Nandre Berger, Quinton de Kock, Tony De Zorzi, Donovan Ferreira, Bjorn Fortuyn, George Linde, Lungi Ngidi, Nqaba Peter, Luan-Dre Pretorius, Sinethemba Keshile, Lizaad Williams.