Overview
- Cricket South Africa has named a 15-player group for the Women’s T20 World Cup, recalling 37-year-old fast bowler Shabnim Ismail and selecting all-rounder Dané van Niekerk.
- CSA postponed the reveal on Monday minutes before the scheduled time, citing “internal reviews.”
- Head coach Mandla Mashimbyi said the team needed genuine pace and described Ismail as an X-factor addition who brings experience and bite to the attack.
- The tournament runs June 12 to July 5 in England and Wales, with South Africa set to face Australia, Pakistan, India, the Netherlands and Bangladesh in group play.
- Teams must submit final squads to the ICC before the early June support period, and any changes after that window generally require an injury replacement or ICC approval.