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South Africa announce playing XI for WTC final against Australia
South Africa have announced their playing XI for the ICC World Test Championship final against Australia at Lord's on 11 June. Temba Bavuma will lead a strong squad featuring Aiden Markram, Kagiso Rabada, and Marco Jansen. read more
South Africa have named their playing XI for the WTC final. Image: Reuters
South Africa have officially named their playing XI for the ICC World Test Championship final against Australia. The much-anticipated match is scheduled to start on Wednesday, 11 June, and will take place at the iconic Lord's Cricket Ground in London. South Africa will be led by captain Temba Bavuma.
The team has a good mix of experienced players and young talent. Aiden Markram and Ryan Rickelton are expected to open the innings, while Wiaan Mulder, Tristan Stubbs and David Bedingham will play in the middle order. Bavuma will also play a key role with the bat at his usual No. 4 spot.
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Kyle Verrynne will be the wicketkeeper for the match. The pace attack also looks strong with Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi and Marco Jansen all included. Spinner Keshav Maharaj is also in the team to provide variety.
South Africa's playing XI: Aiden Markram, Ryan Rickelton, Wiaan Mulder, Temba Bavuma (captain), Tristan Stubbs, David Bedingham, Kyle Verrynne (wicketkeeper), Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi
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