South Africa have announced their 15-member squad for the upcoming ICC Cricket World Cup 2023, which will be hosted by India from October 5 to November 19. The squad is led by Temba Bavuma and includes a mix of experienced players and exciting youngsters.
The batting line-up is anchored by Quinton de Kock, who is one of the most dangerous batsmen in the world. He is supported by Rassie van der Dussen, Aiden Markram, and David Miller, who are all capable of scoring big runs.
Cricket World Cup 2023 South Africa Squad
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Temba Bavuma (c) | Captain, Top-order batsman |
| Gerald Coetzee | Fast bowler |
| Quinton de Kock | Wicket-keeper batsman, Opener |
| Reeza Hendricks | Top-order batsman |
| Marco Jansen | All-rounder, Left-arm fast bowler, Lower-order batsman |
| Heinrich Klaasen | Wicket-keeper batsman |
| Andile Phehlukwayo | All-rounder, Medium-pacer, Lower-order batsman |
| Keshav Maharaj | Left-arm spinner |
| Aiden Markram | Top-order batsman |
| David Miller | Middle-order batsman, Finisher |
| Lungi Ngidi | Fast bowler |
| Kagiso Rabada | Fast bowler |
| Tabraiz Shamsi | Leg-spinner |
| Rassie van der Dussen | Middle-order batsman |
| Lizaad Williams | Fast bowler |
ICC World Cup 2023 South Africa Squad Detail
Here is a complete detail of players announced in the South Africa Squad for the ICC World Cup 2023:
1. Temba Bavuma (c)
Temba Bavuma is the captain of the South Africa cricket team. He is a right-handed top-order batsman and a right-arm medium pacer.
Bavuma is known for his calm and composed demeanor on the field, and his ability to lead from the front.
2. Gerald Coetzee
Gerald Coetzee is a right-arm fast bowler who made his international debut for South Africa in 2023. He is a young and exciting bowler with a lot of potential.
Coetzee has the ability to generate good pace and movement, and he will be looking to make a big impact at the World Cup.
3. Quinton de Kock
Quinton de Kock is one of the best wicket-keeper batsmen in the world. He is a left-handed opener who is known for his explosive batting style. De Kock is a big-match player, and he will be looking to score plenty of runs for South Africa at the World Cup.
4. Reeza Hendricks
Reeza Hendricks is a right-handed top-order batsman who has been in good form in recent months. He is a consistent run-scorer who is able to rotate the strike well.
Hendricks will be looking to play a key role in South Africa’s batting line-up at the World Cup.
5. Marco Jansen
Marco Jansen is a left-arm all-rounder who is one of the most exciting young players in the world. He is a tall and powerful bowler who can generate good pace and movement.
Jansen is also a capable lower-order batsman. He will be looking to make a big impact for South Africa at the World Cup.
6. Heinrich Klaasen
Heinrich Klaasen is a right-handed wicket-keeper batsman who is known for his aggressive batting style. He is a good backup option to Quinton de Kock, and he can also be used as a middle-order batsman.
7. Andile Phehlukwayo
Andile Phehlukwayo is a right-arm medium pacer and a lower-order batsman. He is a versatile player who can provide valuable contributions with both bat and ball.
Phehlukwayo will be looking to play a key role in South Africa’s all-round department at the World Cup.
8. Keshav Maharaj
Keshav Maharaj is a left-arm spinner who is one of the best bowlers in the world. He is a very consistent bowler who is able to turn the ball both ways. Maharaj will be looking to play a key role in South Africa’s spin attack at the World Cup.
9. Aiden Markram
Aiden Markram is a right-handed top-order batsman who is known for his technical skills and his ability to score big runs. He is a key player in South Africa’s batting line-up, and he will be looking to play a match-winning role at the World Cup.
10. David Miller
David Miller is a left-handed middle-order batsman who is known for his big-hitting ability. He is a finisher who is able to accelerate the innings in the death overs.
11. Lungi Ngidi
Lungi Ngidi is a right-arm fast bowler who is one of the most exciting young bowlers in the world. He is a tall and powerful bowler who can generate good pace and movement.
12. Kagiso Rabada
Kagiso Rabada is one of the best fast bowlers in the world. He is a right arm who can generate good pace and movement. Rabada is also a very good wicket-taker. He will be South Africa’s leading bowler at the World Cup.
13. Tabraiz Shamsi
Tabraiz Shamsi is a left-arm leg-spinner who is one of the best bowlers in the world. He is a very consistent bowler who is able to turn the ball both ways.
14. Rassie van der Dussen
Rassie van der Dussen is a right-handed middle-order batsman who is known for his consistency and his ability to score big runs. He is a key player in South Africa’s batting line-up, and he will be looking to play a match-winning role at the World Cup
