South African seamers Anrich Nortje and Sisanda Magala will undergo fitness tests later this week, determining their participation in the upcoming Cricket World Cup 2023. Both were included in the provisional 15-man squad for the showpiece event in India, starting October 5, but played just one match each in the recently concluded Australia series. With the pace being South Africa’s go-to-weapon in CWC, as also echoed by Kagiso Rabada during an exclusive chat with WION, the absence of these two&nbsp;will hurt Proteas' chances of hitting the bulls’ eye this time.

While express pace Nortje has suffered a lower back injury, medium pacer Magala is nursing issues in his left knee.

Considering the deadline date for all teams to name their final 15 is September 28 – a day before the start of the CWC warm-up matches, the selectors will have around a week to take a call on the bowling duo.

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Even though South Africa came from behind to beat Australia across five ODIs, winning it 3-2, Proteas’ white-ball coach, Rob Walter, admitted they would have liked both to have some game time in the lead-up to the World Cup.

But since they remained out of contention for selection due to injuries, the chances of them missing the flight to India are increasing, leaving the South African camp worried.

“We are continually taking stock as to where both of those players are,” South Africa’s white-ball coach Rob Walter said.

“The fact that they weren’t playing today with a week to go before we board the plane for the World Cup is obviously a cause for concern. We would have wanted them out there. There are complications around taking players that are injured into a World Cup because then you have to provide a medical reason to be swapped out,” Walter added.

<h2>Selectors ready with backups</h2>

During the fifth and final ODI in Johannesburg, all-rounders Andile Phehlukwayo and Marco Jansen starred with the bat, hitting 39 and 47, respectively, though Jansen returned with five wickets. Phehlukwayo’s power-hitting, especially in the last over against Michael Neser, gave confidence that in case of the worst-case scenario, roping in Andile would do good to the side’s balance.

“Andile is one of a couple of guys who are part of a broader squad, and today he showed us, especially with the bat, what we have seen in terms of his capability,” Walter said. “That knock, you can look at it, and say it was match influencing. A total of 270 looks different to a total of 315, and he was a massive role-player in that. He took an important wicket with the ball as well. I am very happy that Andile was able to deliver that performance today.”

South Africa will fly to India on September 23, and it is before that they have to name the final 15.

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South African seamers Anrich Nortje and Sisanda Magala will undergo fitness tests later this week, determining their participation in the upcoming Cricket World Cup 2023.

South African seamers Anrich Nortje and Sisanda Magala will undergo fitness tests later this week, determining their participation in the upcoming Cricket World Cup 2023. Both were included in the provisional 15-man squad for the showpiece event in India, starting October 5, but played just one match each in the recently concluded Australia series. With the pace being South Africa’s go-to-weapon in CWC, as also echoed by Kagiso Rabada during an exclusive chat with WION, the absence of these two will hurt Proteas' chances of hitting the bulls’ eye this time. While express pace Nortje has suffered a lower back injury, medium pacer Magala is nursing issues in his left knee. Considering the deadline date for all teams to name their final 15 is September 28 – a day before the start of the CWC warm-up matches, the selectors will have around a week to take a call on the bowling duo. ALSO READ: MS Dhoni sacrificed his international runs for team’s success: Gautam Gambhir Even though South Africa came from behind to beat Australia across five ODIs, winning it 3-2, Proteas’ white-ball coach, Rob Walter, admitted they would have liked both to have some game time in the lead-up to the World Cup. But since they remained out of contention for selection due to injuries, the chances of them missing the flight to India are increasing, leaving the South African camp worried. “We are continually taking stock as to where both of those players are,” South Africa’s white-ball coach Rob Walter said. “The fact that they weren’t playing today with a week to go before we board the plane for the World Cup is obviously a cause for concern. We would have wanted them out there. There are complications around taking players that are injured into a World Cup because then you have to provide a medical reason to be swapped out,” Walter added. Selectors ready with backups During the fifth and final ODI in Johannesburg, all-rounders Andile Phehlukwayo and Marco Jansen starred with the bat, hitting 39 and 47, respectively, though Jansen returned with five wickets. Phehlukwayo’s power-hitting, especially in the last over against Michael Neser, gave confidence that in case of the worst-case scenario, roping in Andile would do good to the side’s balance. “Andile is one of a couple of guys who are part of a broader squad, and today he showed us, especially with the bat, what we have seen in terms of his capability,” Walter said. “That knock, you can look at it, and say it was match influencing. A total of 270 looks different to a total of 315, and he was a massive role-player in that. He took an important wicket with the ball as well. I am very happy that Andile was able to deliver that performance today.” South Africa will fly to India on September 23, and it is before that they have to name the final 15. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

South Africa pace duo could miss World Cup bus due to fitness issues as final squad announcement date nears

Injury concerns continue to pile up for Chennai Super Kings as their foreign seamer Sisanda Magala got ruled out for two weeks, coach Stephen Fleming confirmed. Against Rajasthan Royals on Wednesday night, Magala left the field with a split webbing in his hand and thus didn't bowl his remaining two overs.

It comes a dent for the injury-filled CSK that already has few of their players, mostly the fast bowlers, down and out. While CSK's most-expensive recruit Deepak Chahar is out for two weeks due to a hamstring injury, MS Dhoni's CSK is also without Simarjeet Singh, Mukesh Choudhary and overseas seamer Kyle Jamieson, who got replaced by Magala ahead of the start of the season.

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Owing to the unavailability of several first-team players, CSK brought in left-arm seamer Akash Singh into the XI against Rajasthan, who returned with figures of two for 40 in four overs. Tushar Deshpande, who suffered the wrath for leaking runs in the previous games, also picked up two wickets, while Magala conceded just 14 runs in two overs.

Speaking to the media after the match, Fleming told reporters, “For us again, it's losing another player, that's two games in a row and we're already pretty thin, so we'd like it (injuries) to stop.”

Lamenting over the untimely and unfortunate turn of events relating to injuries to fast bowlers, Fleming said the team is already operating on thin resources.&nbsp;

"Magala's hand was split, unfortunately, so he was unable to bowl those last two overs. And same with Deepak Chahar in the last game, so we're operating on pretty thin resources," Fleming said.

Adding further on the only overseas option available in Sri Lanka's Matheesha Pathirana, who got tested for Covid-19 during the New Zealand tour, Fleming said he has recovered and will remain in contention for selection.

“Chahar is out for a few weeks. Magala is out for two weeks. Sri Lankan pacer Matheesha Pathirana tested positive for Covid-19 in NZ and has recovered and is available for selection now. We did not want to rush him back for this game,” Fleming added.

CSK will next face Royal Challengers Bangalore on April 17th in Bengaluru.

Injury concerns continue to pile up for Chennai Super Kings as their foreign seamer Sisanda Magala got ruled out for two weeks, coach Stephen Fleming confirmed. Against Rajasthan Royals on Wednesday night, Magala left the field with a split webbing in his hand and thus didn't bowl his remaining two overs.

Injury concerns continue to pile up for Chennai Super Kings as their foreign seamer Sisanda Magala got ruled out for two weeks, coach Stephen Fleming confirmed. Against Rajasthan Royals on Wednesday night, Magala left the field with a split webbing in his hand and thus didn't bowl his remaining two overs. It comes a dent for the injury-filled CSK that already has few of their players, mostly the fast bowlers, down and out. While CSK's most-expensive recruit Deepak Chahar is out for two weeks due to a hamstring injury, MS Dhoni's CSK is also without Simarjeet Singh, Mukesh Choudhary and overseas seamer Kyle Jamieson, who got replaced by Magala ahead of the start of the season. ALSO READ: 'Living in Pakistan is like living in jail', reveals Simon Doull as he opens up on escaping country somehow Owing to the unavailability of several first-team players, CSK brought in left-arm seamer Akash Singh into the XI against Rajasthan, who returned with figures of two for 40 in four overs. Tushar Deshpande, who suffered the wrath for leaking runs in the previous games, also picked up two wickets, while Magala conceded just 14 runs in two overs. Speaking to the media after the match, Fleming told reporters, “For us again, it's losing another player, that's two games in a row and we're already pretty thin, so we'd like it (injuries) to stop.” Lamenting over the untimely and unfortunate turn of events relating to injuries to fast bowlers, Fleming said the team is already operating on thin resources. "Magala's hand was split, unfortunately, so he was unable to bowl those last two overs. And same with Deepak Chahar in the last game, so we're operating on pretty thin resources," Fleming said. Adding further on the only overseas option available in Sri Lanka's Matheesha Pathirana, who got tested for Covid-19 during the New Zealand tour, Fleming said he has recovered and will remain in contention for selection. “Chahar is out for a few weeks. Magala is out for two weeks. Sri Lankan pacer Matheesha Pathirana tested positive for Covid-19 in NZ and has recovered and is available for selection now. We did not want to rush him back for this game,” Fleming added. CSK will next face Royal Challengers Bangalore on April 17th in Bengaluru.

IPL 2023: Injury concerns pile up for CSK as Sisanda Magala ruled out for two weeks, confirms coach Fleming

Four-time IPL winners Chennai Super Kings roped in South African fast bowler Sisanda Magala as a replacement for injured Kyle Jamieson in the squad for the upcoming IPL 2023. Magala, 32, who remained unsold at IPL 2023 auction in December last year, is now picked at his base price of INR 50 lacs.

CSK purchased the lanky Kiwi seamer Jamieson for INR 1 crore earlier, but he suffered a recurrence of a lower-back stress fracture and subsequently got ruled out of the England series first and then the IPL 2023. He is likely to spend some more time on the sidelines.

Meanwhile, Magala’s selection doesn’t come as a surprise as he was the joint fifth-highest wicket-taker in the maiden edition of SA20, where he picked 14 wickets at an economy of 8.68 for the inaugural winners, Sunrisers Eastern Cape. Often known for his death bowling, the right-arm seamer picked half of his wickets inside the Powerplay.&nbsp;Besides, he also comes across as a handy lower-order batter, having notched two fifties in the T20 format.

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As reported earlier, South Africa is scheduled to face the Netherlands at home in a two-match ODI series – that is part of the ODI Super League, which will further determine who will be the final eight teams to qualify for the 2023 World Cup.

As Proteas are yet to qualify for this year’s mega tournament, for them to punch their ticket, they will need to beat the Holland side;&nbsp;for that they would want their top players to feature in two matches – scheduled for March 31st and April 2nd. It means all the South African players who were supposed to feature for their respective IPL franchises even before the start of the tournament will now join in late.

Although the squad for the same is yet to get&nbsp;announced, Magala, who recently got awarded the central contract, is also expected to get picked for the Netherlands ODIs.

The right-hand seamer last represented South Africa during the home England series, where in two matches he picked four wickets.

Chennai Super Kings will open their IPL 2023 campaign against the defending champions Gujarat Giants on March 31st.

Four-time IPL winners Chennai Super Kings roped in South African fast bowler Sisanda Magala as a replacement for injured Kyle Jamieson in the squad for the upcoming IPL 2023.

Four-time IPL winners Chennai Super Kings roped in South African fast bowler Sisanda Magala as a replacement for injured Kyle Jamieson in the squad for the upcoming IPL 2023. Magala, 32, who remained unsold at IPL 2023 auction in December last year, is now picked at his base price of INR 50 lacs. CSK purchased the lanky Kiwi seamer Jamieson for INR 1 crore earlier, but he suffered a recurrence of a lower-back stress fracture and subsequently got ruled out of the England series first and then the IPL 2023. He is likely to spend some more time on the sidelines. Meanwhile, Magala’s selection doesn’t come as a surprise as he was the joint fifth-highest wicket-taker in the maiden edition of SA20, where he picked 14 wickets at an economy of 8.68 for the inaugural winners, Sunrisers Eastern Cape. Often known for his death bowling, the right-arm seamer picked half of his wickets inside the Powerplay. Besides, he also comes across as a handy lower-order batter, having notched two fifties in the T20 format. ALSO READ: SA vs WI: Record-breaker Shai Hope expects Windies to carry winning momentum forward following 1st ODI victory As reported earlier, South Africa is scheduled to face the Netherlands at home in a two-match ODI series – that is part of the ODI Super League, which will further determine who will be the final eight teams to qualify for the 2023 World Cup. As Proteas are yet to qualify for this year’s mega tournament, for them to punch their ticket, they will need to beat the Holland side; for that they would want their top players to feature in two matches – scheduled for March 31st and April 2nd. It means all the South African players who were supposed to feature for their respective IPL franchises even before the start of the tournament will now join in late. Although the squad for the same is yet to get announced, Magala, who recently got awarded the central contract, is also expected to get picked for the Netherlands ODIs. The right-hand seamer last represented South Africa during the home England series, where in two matches he picked four wickets. Chennai Super Kings will open their IPL 2023 campaign against the defending champions Gujarat Giants on March 31st.

IPL 2023: Chennai Super Kings announce replacement for injured Kyle Jamieson

In their quest for a direct qualification for the forthcoming 2023 World Cup in India, South Africa needed to win the first ODI against England – and to their relief, that only happened. On Friday in Bloemfontein, the hosts drew first blood in the three-match series by winning the close-fought contest by 27 runs. Though Van der Dussen must be credited for laying a foundation with a stunning hundred in the first innings, it was a game-changing spell from rookie Sisanda Magala that actually turned&nbsp;the tide in favour of the hosts during England’s chase. Captain Temba Bavuma, who returned to form with 36 off 28 balls, lauded the pacer who broke crucial partnerships.

Electing to bat first after winning the toss, the Proteas got off to a good start, taking on the returning Jofra Archer to cleaners. After losing both openers and Aiden Markram cheaply on 13, it was the right-handed batter Van Dussen who took the onus on himself and started building partnerships with lower-order batters. Courtesy his fourth ODI hundred, South Africa posted a challenging total of 298 for seven on the board.

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England’s chase had their fans cheering for them as both Jason Roy and Dawid Malan provided a brilliant start to the team. While Malan completed his fifty, Roy announced his return to form with a courageous hundred.

Seamer Malaga first picked up Malan on 59 and then trapped talented Harry Brook leg-before-wicket&nbsp;on zero. Those scalps brought the momentum back to South Africa, who looked like making a comeback in the game. Wickets to experienced Kagiso Rabada and Anrich Nortje made it look like a reality before Malaga again hopped in and picked a crucial wicket of Moeen Ali, breaking England’s back.

"The man of the match, that's where the game changed for us, got us some momentum, the guys after him rode the momentum,” Bavuma said.

Then it was about time before South African&nbsp;pacers wrapped up England’s innings on 271 and claimed a 21-run win.

Showering praises on his pace battery, who delivered at the right time and helped them win the match, Bavuma said, “Magala was a threat, they haven't seen much of him. But I was expecting one of our bowlers to do something special. Anrich showed his quality and raw pace. We'll take the win; we need the points. The conversation will be, are we happy with how we went about our business?"

The second match will take place at the same venue on Sunday, January 29th.

In their quest for a direct qualification for the forthcoming 2023 World Cup in India, South Africa needed to win the first ODI against England – and to their relief, that only happened.

In their quest for a direct qualification for the forthcoming 2023 World Cup in India, South Africa needed to win the first ODI against England – and to their relief, that only happened. On Friday in Bloemfontein, the hosts drew first blood in the three-match series by winning the close-fought contest by 27 runs. Though Van der Dussen must be credited for laying a foundation with a stunning hundred in the first innings, it was a game-changing spell from rookie Sisanda Magala that actually turned the tide in favour of the hosts during England’s chase. Captain Temba Bavuma, who returned to form with 36 off 28 balls, lauded the pacer who broke crucial partnerships. Electing to bat first after winning the toss, the Proteas got off to a good start, taking on the returning Jofra Archer to cleaners. After losing both openers and Aiden Markram cheaply on 13, it was the right-handed batter Van Dussen who took the onus on himself and started building partnerships with lower-order batters. Courtesy his fourth ODI hundred, South Africa posted a challenging total of 298 for seven on the board. ALSO READ: Mitchell Santner stars with ball as New Zealand draws first blood in T20Is, wins Ranchi match by 21runs England’s chase had their fans cheering for them as both Jason Roy and Dawid Malan provided a brilliant start to the team. While Malan completed his fifty, Roy announced his return to form with a courageous hundred. Seamer Malaga first picked up Malan on 59 and then trapped talented Harry Brook leg-before-wicket on zero. Those scalps brought the momentum back to South Africa, who looked like making a comeback in the game. Wickets to experienced Kagiso Rabada and Anrich Nortje made it look like a reality before Malaga again hopped in and picked a crucial wicket of Moeen Ali, breaking England’s back. "The man of the match, that's where the game changed for us, got us some momentum, the guys after him rode the momentum,” Bavuma said. Then it was about time before South African pacers wrapped up England’s innings on 271 and claimed a 21-run win. Showering praises on his pace battery, who delivered at the right time and helped them win the match, Bavuma said, “Magala was a threat, they haven't seen much of him. But I was expecting one of our bowlers to do something special. Anrich showed his quality and raw pace. We'll take the win; we need the points. The conversation will be, are we happy with how we went about our business?" The second match will take place at the same venue on Sunday, January 29th.

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