Cricket South Africa (CSA) has announced the 14-player squad that will feature for the Proteas Women in the upcoming three-match ICC Women’s Championship (2022-25) One-Day International (ODI) series against Sri Lanka from 9-17 April in East London, Kimberley and Potchefstroom.
The squad sees one change from the recently concluded T20 International series against Sri Lanka. World Sports Betting Western Province all-rounder Delmi Tucker has been added to the squad, while Annerie Dercksen from Six Gun Grill Garden Route Badgers will not be part of the 50-over encounters.
In a notable inclusion, 16-year-old wicket-keeper batter Karabo Meso from the DP World Lions earns her maiden ODI call-up for South Africa after making her international debut in the second T20I against Sri Lanka.
Experienced all-rounder Chloé Tryon will miss the ODI series due to ongoing rehabilitation for back pain.
Proteas Women head coach, Hilton Moreeng commented: “It's a very simple equation for us, there’s six points to play for and Sri Lanka showed now in the last two to three days what they are capable of so it's now to make sure that we can get that right because every game there's a lot more to play for. Qualification is key for the 2025 World Cup.
“It's going to be a challenge but everyone is looking forward to it and we have a very strong squad on home soil.
“It's a big loss with the injury of Chloé as an all-rounder, that's why Delmi has come into the squad and she can give you the off-spin option and with her batting.
“In these conditions, we never know this time of year what to expect on our surfaces. So we make sure that we have all our angles covered and overall we're just excited to make sure that we finish off on a high and go into our off-season."
Convenor of Selectors, Clinton du Preez said: "These upcoming matches against Sri Lanka are pivotal for our campaign in the ICC Women's Championship. We need to ensure that we have a squad with depth and versatility to tackle the challenges ahead.
"The addition of a player like Delmi Tucker brings versatility within the squad to strengthen some strategic requirements. Karabo Meso’s inclusion allows her to have a continued run within the set-up. We are very positive about her transition and would like to provide more playing opportunities to assist with her experience and growth.
"I would like to extend my best wishes to the Proteas Women's squad as they embark on this important series against Sri Lanka.”
Squad
Laura Wolvaardt (Fidelity Titans, Captain), Anneke Bosch (Fidelity Titans), Tazmin Brits (Six Gun Grill Garden Route Badgers), Nadine de Klerk (World Sports Betting Western Province), Sinalo Jafta (DP World Lions), Marizanne Kapp (World Sports Betting Western Province), Ayabonga Khaka (DP World Lions), Masabata Klaas (Fidelity Titans), Suné Luus (Fidelity Titans), Eliz-Mari Marx (Fidelity Titans), Karabo Meso* (DP World Lions), Nonkululeko Mlaba (Hollywoodbets Dolphins), Tumi Sekhukhune (DP World Lions), Delmi Tucker (World Sports Betting Western Province)
Uncapped*
Fixtures
50-over Warm-Up Match
Saturday - 10am
SA Emerging Women vs Sri Lanka XI (Dale College Boys’ High School, Qonce)
One-Day International Series - ICC Women’s Championship
Tuesday - 2pm
First ODI - South Africa vs Sri Lanka (Buffalo Park, East London)
Saturday, 13 April - 2pm
Second ODI - South Africa vs Sri Lanka (Diamond Oval, Kimberley)
Wednesday, 17 April - 2pm
Third ODI - South Africa vs Sri Lanka (JB Marks Oval, Potchefstroom)
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