Youngster Seshnie Naidu included in South Africa T20WC squad led by Wolvaardt

South Africa have selected two promising young talents for the T20 World Cup in the UAE, with 18-year-old uncapped legspinner Seshnie Naidu and 20-year-old seamer Ayanda Hlubi making the cut. The rest of the squad is comprised of experienced players, making for a well-rounded 15-member team. Naidu and Hlubi both gained international experience by competing in the inaugural Under-19 Women's World Cup held in South Africa last year, showcasing their potential on the world stage.

The rest of the playing group, apart from wicketkeeper batter Mieke de Ridder, were all part of the playing group that reached the final of the 2023 T20 World Cup. Lara Goodall, Masabata Klaas and Delmi Tucker miss out while Shabnim Ismail has since retired.

The squad will be captained by Laura Wolvaardt, and includes the experience of allrounder Marizanne Kapp, opening batter Tazmin Brits and seamer Ayabonga Khaka. Nadine de Klerk, who is currently recovering from an Achilles' injury, is expected to be fully fit for the tournament. The squad will play three matches in Pakistan en route to the UAE after last playing together against India in July.

South Africa squad
Laura Wolvaardt, Anneke Bosch, Tazmin Brits, Nadine de Klerk, Annerie Dercksen, Mieke de Ridder, Ayanda Hlubi, Sinalo Jafta, Marizanne Kapp, Ayabonga Khaka, Suné Luus, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Seshnie Naidu, Tumi Sekhukhune, Chloé Tryon
Travelling Reserve: Miané Smit

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