Cricket South Africa (CSA) has unveiled its 15-player squad for the upcoming ICC Girls’s T20 World Cup 2026, scheduled to be held in England and Wales beginning on June 12. The Proteas Girls, captained by Laura Wolvaardt, are set to compete in pursuit of their first-ever world title.
The squad welcomes again famend quick bowler Shabnim Ismail, who final performed within the T20 World Cup ultimate in Cape City in February 2023. Ismail’s huge expertise, together with 113 T20I appearances and a nationwide report of 123 wickets, is a big addition. Additionally making a return are Marizanne Kapp and Dane van Niekerk, who recovered from latest well being setbacks.
Wicketkeeper-batter Karabo Meso rejoins the group after being sidelined by a wrist harm, partnering with Sinalo Jafta behind the stumps. Rising expertise Kayla Reyneke will make her debut in a senior World Cup following a powerful worldwide season. Moreover, Tazmin Brits, Sune Luus, Annerie Dercksen, Nadine de Klerk, and Chloe Tryon full the squad.
The formidable bowling assault options seamers Ayabonga Khaka and Tumi Sekhukhune, together with spin specialist Nonkululeko Mlaba. The group will undertake a preparatory camp in Arundel from Could 25, which incorporates three matches in opposition to Australia from Could 31 to June 4. The Proteas’ World Cup marketing campaign kicks off in opposition to Australia on June 13 in Manchester.
Having reached the finals of the previous three ICC tournaments, South Africa now gears as much as face a difficult Group 1 lineup that features Pakistan, India, the Netherlands, and Bangladesh. Head coach Mandla Mashimbyi expressed pleasure, emphasizing the group’s preparations and upcoming fixtures, together with the opening match in opposition to Australia.
(With inputs from companies.)