18-year-olds Kwena Maphaka and Jason Smith debut in South Africa's T20 squad vs West Indies; key players absent due to injury, workload, or leagues.

18-year-old Kwena Maphaka and all-rounder Jason Smith join South Africa's T20 squad for the first time, as the team faces West Indies in a three-match series in the Caribbean. Missing key players like Quinton de Kock, Kagiso Rabada, Keshav Maharaj, Tabraiz Shamsi, and David Miller due to injury, workload management, or ongoing leagues, the tour aims to develop the player pool and expose emerging talent to international competition. Coach Rob Walter highlights the importance of this opportunity for young cricketers to prove themselves on the international stage.

August 14, 2024
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