Baartman out of 3rd ODI with knee injury

Ottneil Baartman has been ruled out for the third ODI against Pakistan with a knee injury. Corbin Bosch replaces him in the ODI squad and is set to make his Test debut.

South Africa’s injury woes intensify as Baartman misses final ODI

from South Africa The bowling woes have worsened as Ottneil Baartman has been ruled out of the third ODI against Pakistan with a right knee injury. Baartman felt discomfort during his run while bowling ahead of the second ODI. Although he did not feature in the match, he bowled in the first ODI and took 2 for 37 in seven overs.

Corbin Bosch, who was recently called up to South Africa’s Test squad, has been named Baartman’s replacement for the ODI. Bosch is also set to make his Test debut on Christmas Day against Pakistan.

South Africa’s growing injury list

The Proteas’ injury list continues to grow, with Baartman now the sixth punter ruled out this summer. Before him, key players like Gerald Coetzee, Lungi Ngidi, Anrich Nortje, Lizaad Williams and Wiaan Mulder have already dealt with injuries. Also, South Africa spinner Keshav Maharaj also suffered a groin strain during this series.

Wiaan Mulder, recovering from a broken finger, remains a doubtful starter for the Boxing Day Test. This gives Bosch the opportunity to strengthen its case for a starting place in the test team.

Opportunity for Redemption on Rosa Day

South Africa have already lost the three-match ODI series to Pakistan. This will be South Africa’s last ODI with a full squad ahead of next year’s Champions Trophy.

Despite the injuries, South Africa has seen promising talent emerge. Kwena Maphaka, an 18-year-old fast bowler, made his ODI debut and impressed with figures of 4 for 72.

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