Proteas get a new cap
UP FOR DEBUT: Maiden call-up Glenton Stuurman
Warriors seamer Glenton Stuurman is the only uncapped player to be called up to the Proteas squad for their limited overs series against England later this month.
Cricket South Africa (CSA) named a 24-man squad on Friday, with the 28-year-old Warrior in line to make his debut when the series starts with the first of three T20Is at Newlands on November 27.
Of his first squad, CSA’s new convenor of selectors Victor Mpitsang says: “With the bio-secure environment where movement in and out of the squad will be limited, we had to make sure that we have all our bases covered with the 24 players.
“It also gives the team the opportunity to play some inter-squad games just to make sure that they sharpen up those white-ball skills before the series start.
"I’d like to wish the team and everyone involved all the best for the upcoming tour against England. I’m really looking forward to the summer ahead.”
The squad will do duty in both the three T20Is and three ODIs.
CSA’s director of cricket, Graeme Smith, adds: “It’s been a long winter and it’s really pleasing that we finally have an imminent international tour on our shores to look forward to.
“This is an important season for the team, with an ICC T20 World Cup coming up late next year in India. I’m sure that the T20 series in particular, is going to boast some explosive performances for cricket fans to enjoy at home.
"An ODI series against the reigning World Champions will always bring a level of excitement of its own. I’m looking forward to an exciting return to international cricket."