SA replace injured Anrich Nortje with Corbin Bosch for Champions Trophy

South Africa has made changes to its squad for the Champions Trophy 2025. Anrich Nortje is injured and will not play. Corbin Bosch will replace him. The team has also added Kwena Maphaka as a traveling reserve.

  • Corbin Bosch replaces injured Anrich Nortje in South Africa’s squad.
  • Kwena Maphaka is a traveling reserve.
  • South Africa will play in a tri-nation series before the Champions Trophy.
  • Yasir Arafat, a former Pakistan player, joins as a coach.
  • Champions Trophy 2025 will be held in Pakistan.

South Africa’s Squad Changes for Champions Trophy

South Africa is facing injury problems before the Champions Trophy 2025. Anrich Nortje is out due to a back injury. Gerald Coetzee is also missing because of a groin problem. Beuran Hendricks and Lizaad Williams are recovering too.

To strengthen the squad, South Africa has picked Corbin Bosch. He is a bowling all-rounder. He played his first ODI match in December 2024 against Pakistan. He took one wicket but was very good in the SA20 League.

Another player, Kwena Maphaka, will travel with the team as a reserve. He may get a chance if another player gets injured.

Who is Corbin Bosch?

South Africa name replacement for Nortje ahead of Champions Trophy 2025

Corbin Bosch is a 30-year-old player. He is a fast bowler and can also bat. He played well in the SA20 League. His performance helped MI Cape Town win the title. Bosch is now ready for the Champions Trophy.

He made his ODI debut in December 2024 against Pakistan. He bowled nine overs and took one wicket. Though his figures were 1 for 69, he showed his talent. South Africa hopes he will perform well in Pakistan.

Who is Kwena Maphaka?

Kwena Maphaka is a young fast bowler. He is not in the main squad, but he will travel with the team. If any player gets injured, he may play. South Africa is preparing for any problem.

South Africa’s Full Squad for Champions Trophy 2025

South Africa has a strong team. Below is the full squad:

Captain:

  • Temba Bavuma

Batsmen:

  • Tony de Zorzi
  • Aiden Markram
  • David Miller
  • Rassie van der Dussen
  • Ryan Rickelton
  • Tristan Stubbs

Allrounders:

  • Corbin Bosch
  • Marco Jansen
  • Wiaan Mulder

Bowlers:

  • Lungi Ngidi
  • Kagiso Rabada
  • Tabraiz Shamsi
  • Keshav Maharaj

Travelling Reserve:

  • Kwena Maphaka

South Africa’s Support Staff Gets a New Coach

South Africa has a new coach for the Champions Trophy 2025. Yasir Arafat, a former Pakistan allrounder, has joined the team. He will help the players with their game. His experience in Pakistan will be useful.

South Africa’s Journey to Pakistan

The South African team is going to Karachi on Sunday. They will play in a tri-nation series before the Champions Trophy. The other teams in this series are Pakistan and New Zealand. This will help South Africa prepare well for the big event.

What is the Champions Trophy 2025?

The Champions Trophy 2025 is an international cricket tournament. It will take place in Pakistan. The best teams from around the world will compete for the trophy. South Africa wants to win and show their strength.

South Africa is getting ready for the Champions Trophy 2025. Despite injuries, they have a strong team. Corbin Bosch and Kwena Maphaka are new additions. The team will first play a tri-nation series. They hope to perform well and win the trophy.


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