After retiring from the game in 2023 at the age of 29, former South African captain Den van nakek It has officially quashed its decision and announced to return to cricket. The 32 -year -old, who was excluded from a home T20 World Cup squad due to fitness requirements, is now making a set back.
Van Nekark has already returned to domestic cricket Western province And the 20-member extended training for the upcoming is included in the training group ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 In IndiaIn an honest gesture, Van Neekark apologized for Cricket South Africa to deal with retirement, indicating a clear intentions to move forward and contribute to the success of the national team.
Dané Van Niekerk revealed what his return from international retirement
After a two -year gap from the international stage, van Nicher clearly expressed that time far she realized how deep she missed the game. His desire to represent the country was re -seen, and an individual tragedy provided a renewed purpose for his return. In a hearty statement, she shared the inspiration that brought her back into the fold, she agreed to give everything.
“Yes, it’s two years and out of the game, I just realized how much I miss it. Seeing the success of the team, obviously you are proud of you and you want to be a part of it and I think this is the main reason. Just think now, I think it’s right now, I think my ‘is the most important thing’ and I want to contribute to this atmosphere,” Van Nekark was said by sabcsport.com.
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Van Neekark expressed gratitude for the opportunity
The return of the van Nikark was possible from the receptive stance of Cricket South Africa, so that he could put the previous issues behind it. The former captain was less than a cordial departure from the game after failing to meet fitness standards two years ago, but now she has a firm belief that all parties have been aligned at the same, unified target.
“Everyone wants the same thing at the end of the day and is to win a World Cup. We want South Africa to pick up as much trophies as possible and wherever anyone contributes. [Nkwe]It was just good. The good thing is that we all can move forward, whatever happened, and we can just move forward and try to create a strong environment, ” The van Nicher concluded.
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