South Africa make change to squad ahead of Sri Lanka tri-series
Three players have also earned their first call-ups to the senior national team. Wicketkeeper Karabo Meso and spinner Seshnie Naidu, both of whom represented South Africa at the ICC U19 Women's T20 World Cup earlier this year, have been named in the tri-series squad.
They are joined by all-rounder Miané Smit, who previously travelled as a reserve during last year's ICC Women's T20 World Cup.
Proteas Women Squad:
Laura Wolvaardt (Captain), Tazmin Brits, Nadine de Klerk, Annerie Dercksen, Lara Goodall, Sinalo Jafta, Ayabonga Khaka, Masabata Klaas, Suné Luus, Karabo Meso, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Seshnie Naidu, Nondumiso Shangase, Miané Smit, Chloé Tryon.
The Wolvaardt-led side will take on India in their opening clash on Tuesday, 29 April at the R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium.
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