ODI World Cup 2023: South Africa Announces Replacements For Injured Sisanda Magala and Anrich Nortje

Justice South Africa( CSA) has been dealt a significant blow on the dusk of the ICC ODI World Cup 2023, slated to protest off in India on October 5. The Proteas ’ crusade has taken an unfortunate turn with the news of Sisanda Magala ‘s attainability for the global justice spectacle.

Magala, the right-arm fast-medium leader, has been ruled out of the ODI World Cup due to an injury, verified by Proteas Men. The injury reversal passed during the third ODI of the recent series against Australia.Double blow for the Proteas
Magala’s World Cup dream was cut short as he suffered a knee injury during his only appearance in the series against Australia. In that match, he managed to drift just four overs before succumbing to the injury.

The absence of Magala will be a significant double blow for the South African platoon. before reports also indicated that their premier pace bowler, Anrich Nortje, will miss the ODI World Cup 2023.

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Andile Phehlukwayo to replace Magala, Lizaad Williams in place of Nortje
In the wake of Magala’s unfortunate injury, all-rounder Andile Phehlukwayo has named the relief. also, Lizaad Williams has been picked as the relief of Nortje. especially, Phehlukwayo showcased his eventuality during the final ODI against Australia at the Rovers on Sunday.

During that pivotal match, Phehlukwayo played a match-changing innings, scoring an unbeaten 39 from just 19 balls. This emotional display has deposited him as a strong contender to step into Magala’s shoes for the forthcoming World Cup. Phehlukwayo has faced lapses in his cricketing trip over the past couple of times. He went unsold at the initial SA20 Player Transaction and lost his public contract. still, he has worked hard on his fitness and chops.

The Proteas side will begin their ODI World Cup crusade against Sri Lanka.

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