Kagiso Rabada ruled out of first Australia Test
South African cricketer Kagiso Rabada has been ruled out of the first Test match against Australia. Anrich Nortje will return to the squad, which will also feature two spinners.
Why it matters
The absence of a key player like Rabada significantly impacts the team's strategy and chances in a high-profile international cricket series.
Anrich Nortje will be a part of South Africa's Test XI for the first time since March 2023, which will also feature two spinners…
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