T20 World Cup 2024: South Africa Announced 16 Members T20 World Cup 2024 Squad

The South African cricket team has announced its 16-member squad for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, which will be held in the USA and West Indies from June 1st to 29th.

Aiden Makram Will Lead the Squad

Aiden Markram will lead the Proteas’ charge for their second T20 World Cup title. The squad boasts a blend of experience and exciting young talent, with several key players returning from the previous edition.

Familiar Faces Lead the Way

The batting line-up features the explosive opening duo of Quinton de Kock and Reeza Hendricks alongside the consistent Aiden Markram. The ever-reliable David Miller and the big-hitting Heinrich Klaasen provide firepower in the middle order.

Bowling Department Offers Pace and Control

The bowling attack is spearheaded by the pace duo of Kagiso Rabada and Anrich Nortje, known for their raw speed and wicket-taking abilities. The experienced Keshav Maharaj and the mystery spinner Tabraiz Shamsi offer valuable options for spin bowling.

Youngsters Look to Make Their Mark

Promising young talents like Ryan Rickelton and Tristan Stubbs have also earned their call-ups, adding a touch of freshness to the squad.

South Africa T20 Squad for ICC T20 World Cup

BATTERS:

1. Aiden Makram (Captain)
2. Reeza Hendricks
3. David Miller

ALL-ROUNDERS

4. Macro Yansen

WICKET KEEPERS

5. Devon Conway
6. Quiton de Kock
7. Ryan Rickelton
8. Tristan Stubs
9. Heinrich Klassen

BOWLERS

10. Ottniel Baartman
11. Gerald Coetzee
12. Bjorn Fortuin
13. Keshav Maharaj
14. Anrich Nortje
15. Kagiso Rabada
16. Tabraiz Shamsi

South Africa’s Group Stage Schedule:

The Protease will be looking to dominate their group-stage matches and secure a spot in the knockout stages. Here’s a breakdown of their group stage fixtures:

Date	Match	Venue
June 3	South Africa vs Sri Lanka	New York
June 08	South Africa vs Netherlands	New York
June 10	South Africa vs Bangladesh	New York
June 15	South Africa vs Nepal	New York

South Africa will begin their T20 World Cup campaign in the group stage, with their opponents. Cricket fans around the world are eager to see if the Proteas can lift the trophy in 2024.

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