South African Pacer Lungi Ngidi Ruled Out of T20I and Test Series Against India

South African Pacer Lungi Ngidi Ruled Out of T20I and Test Series Against India

VoM News Desk | December 9, 2023 | 11:28 PM IST | Cricket, Sports | Follow on Google News

South African Pacer Lungi Ngidi Ruled Out of T20I and Test Series Against India

South African Pacer Lungi Ngidi Ruled Out of T20I and Test Series Against India

South African fast bowler Lungi Ngidi has suffered a left ankle sprain, forcing him to withdraw from the upcoming three-match T20I and two-game Test series against India. The 27-year-old pacer’s return to play will be determined after assessment by Cricket South Africa’s medical team.

Beuran Hendricks Called Up as Replacement

In response to Ngidi’s injury, 33-year-old Beuran Hendricks has been summoned to replace him in South Africa’s squad. Hendricks, a left-arm fast bowler, brings experience to the team with 19 T20I appearances. He last played a match in July 2021.

Newcomers in South Africa’s Test Squad

South African fast bowler Nandre Burger, along with batters David Bedingham and Tristan Stubbs, has received their maiden call-ups to the Test squad for the series against India. Wicketkeeper Kyle Verreynne has also been recalled.

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