Quinton de Kock's Surprise Return for South Africa’s White-Ball Tour
South African cricketer Quinton de Kock reverses his ODI retirement decision and joins the national squad for the upcoming Pakistan tour. Test captain Temba Bavuma is sidelined due to a calf injury, leaving Aiden Markram to lead. De Kock's return bolsters South Africa's white-ball strength.
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South Africa's seasoned wicketkeeper-batsman Quinton de Kock has decided to come out of one-day international retirement and join the national white-ball squads for their forthcoming tour of Pakistan. However, Test captain Temba Bavuma will be absent from the Test series due to a calf strain.
The Proteas are set to defend their ICC World Test Championship Mace in a two-match series in Pakistan beginning October 12. De Kock, who had previously turned away from ODI cricket post-2023 World Cup, is back under the guidance of current head coach Shukri Conrad.
De Kock's return elevates the team's prospects with his experience being a crucial factor. Meanwhile, Bavuma's injury means that Aiden Markram will take over the captaincy role for the Tests. Bavuma's consistent injury issues concern the team, although his form remains commendable.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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