Cricket South Africa’s National Selection Panel has confirmed the 15-player Proteas squad for the upcoming two-match Test series against India, taking place from 14–26 November in the subcontinent.
Test captain Temba Bavuma makes his return after missing the recent series against Pakistan due to a left calf injury.
The squad features three frontline spinners – Simon Harmer, Keshav Maharaj, and Senuran Muthusamy – while Kagiso Rabada leads the pace attack alongside all-rounders Corbin Bosch, Marco Jansen, and Wiaan Mulder.
The first Test will begin on 14 November at Eden Gardens in Kolkata, followed by the second Test from 22 November at the ACA Stadium in Guwahati, which will host its maiden Test match.
Head coach Shukri Conrad said:
“We’ve kept the bulk of the squad that competed in the two-match series against Pakistan. Those players showed real character and fought hard to come from behind and draw that series.
“We are anticipating a similar challenge in India, and many of the players who stood up in those conditions will once again be key for us.
“Pakistan was a squad effort and India will demand the same. Every player has a role to play in ensuring we remain competitive in what is always a tough place to tour.”
Proteas Test Squad vs India
Temba Bavuma (captain), Corbin Bosch, Dewald Brevis, Tony de Zorzi, Zubayr Hamza, Simon Harmer, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Aiden Markram, Wiaan Mulder, Senuran Muthusamy, Kagiso Rabada, Ryan Rickelton, Tristan Stubbs, Kyle Verreynne.
Fixtures (SAST)
14–18 November, 06:00 SAST – India vs South Africa, Eden Gardens, Kolkata
22–26 November, 06:00 SAST – India vs South Africa, ACA Stadium, Guwahati
