Sports News | SA Vs Ind: Anrich Nortje Ruled out of Test Series
Get latest articles and stories on Sports at LatestLY. Proteas bowler, Anrich Nortje, has been ruled out of the three-match Test series against India, due to a persistent injury.
Johannesburg [South Africa], December 21 (ANI): Proteas bowler, Anrich Nortje, has been ruled out of the three-match Test series against India, due to a persistent injury.
"He has unfortunately not recovered adequately for the expected Test match bowling loads and is currently consulting with specialists to manage and advise on his recovery. No replacement will be brought in," CSA said in an official statement.
The Proteas have commenced their final preparation ahead of the first match starting on Boxing Day.
It is the Test team's first series since their successful tour to the West Indies in July of this year, where they won the series two-nil.
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The teams will be playing for vital, ICC World Test Championship points. (ANI)
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