Six Uncapped Players Named In New-look Proteas Squad For Tri-nation Odi Series In Pakistan

Proteas white-ball coach Rob Walter has named an initial 12-player squad for the upcoming Tri-Nation ODI series against hosts Pakistan and New Zealand.

The Proteas will be using the tri-series, which takes place from 8-14 February, as preparation for the ICC Champions Trophy to be held from 19 February to 9 March in Pakistan and Dubai.

South Africa's first match is on Monday against New Zealand at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore 06:30 SA time.

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Captain Temba Bavuma will lead a new-look Proteas side which consists of six uncapped ODI players in Warriors batter Matthew Breetzke, North West University Dragons batter Meeka-eel Prince, and his domestic team-mate, fast bowler Gideon Peters, along with Dolphins fast bowler Eathan Bosch and Warriors spinner Senuran Muthusamy.