Nortje, Magala ruled out of Cricket World Cup
Anrich Nortje and Sisanda Magala have been ruled out of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 in India.
Nortje has a suspected low back stress fracture and will be under the care of a specialist team on the next steps in his recovery.
The 29-year-old seamer experienced lower back spasms during the second ODI against Australia earlier this month and underwent specialist assessments and scans.
Magala was part of the recent white-ball tour against Australia and was given every opportunity for a full recovery and participation.
Ultimately it was decided that the risk associated with his inclusion in the squad outweighed his obvious value to the team.
White-ball head coach Rob Walter has named Dolphins all-rounder Andile Phehlukwayo and Titans seam bowler Lizaad Williams in the finalised 15-player squad.
“It’s hugely disappointing for Anrich and Sisanda to be missing out on the 50-over World Cup,” Walter said.
“Both are quality players that add immense value to the Proteas. We sympathise with their omission and will continue to provide all the necessary support as they work towards their return to competitive action.
“This provides an opportunity for Andile and Lizaad on the global stage. Both players have been part of our winter programs as well as having represented South Africa in the recent white-ball tour against Australia. They offer great skill sets and we’re excited to have them complete the 15-player squad for this year’s World Cup.”
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