WINDHOEK, Namibia — South Africa have handed Duan Jansen his maiden international call-up for their upcoming white-ball tour of Namibia, with the twin brother of Marco Jansen set to get an opportunity alongside a group of emerging players and returning internationals.
- Duan Jansen has received his first South Africa call-up for the Namibia tour.
- Bjorn Fortuin will captain the new-look side in the T20I tri-series.
- Connor Esterhuizen, Jordan Hermann and Nqobani Mokoena have received their first ODI call-ups.
- The T20I tri-series runs from August 28 to September 6, followed by three ODIs from September 9 to 13.
Duan Jansen gets maiden South Africa call-up
Duan Jansen has earned his first opportunity at international level after producing strong domestic performances. The all-rounder, who plays for the Titans, has been included in a South African squad undergoing a significant reshuffle ahead of the Namibia assignment.
Jansen is not the only player receiving a new opportunity. Eathan Bosch, the brother of Corbin Bosch, is also yet to make his T20I debut and has been selected for the tour.
The squad includes several regular players who have been rested following South Africa’s T20 World Cup campaign earlier this year, creating space for players who have impressed domestically.
Bjorn Fortuin to lead South Africa in T20I tri-series
Left-arm spinner Bjorn Fortuin has been named captain for the T20I tri-series involving South Africa, Namibia and Zimbabwe. The tournament will be played from August 28 to September 6.
Fortuin brings leadership experience to the reshaped squad after previously captaining the Lions. Head coach Shukri Conrad backed him to guide the group during the tour.
“Bjorn is an experienced player and proven leader who has successfully captained the Lions, and we have every confidence in his ability to lead this group,” Conrad said.
Three players receive first ODI call-ups
Connor Esterhuizen, Jordan Hermann and Nqobani Mokoena have been selected for their maiden ODI call-ups. The trio have been given an opportunity as South Africa prepares for three one-day internationals against Namibia following the T20I tri-series.
Jordan Hermann has already represented South Africa in T20I cricket. He made his debut during the New Zealand series in March but suffered an injury in the opening match, which remains his only appearance for the national side so far.
His brother Rubin Hermann, a wicketkeeper-batter, is also part of the touring squad.
Coach Shukri Conrad welcomes new opportunities
Conrad described the Namibia tour as an important chance for players to strengthen their international experience. He pointed to the performances of Connor Esterhuizen and Nqobani Mokoena during the T20I series against New Zealand earlier in the year.
“This tour has also opened the door for players who have performed domestically. Duan is one of those players. He is a quality all-rounder who has also shown great character for the Titans,” Conrad said.
The coach also expressed confidence in Jordan Hermann after his interrupted first international appearance, saying the team was looking forward to giving him another opportunity.
South Africa squad includes centrally contracted players
Several centrally contracted players have also been selected, including Dewald Brevis, Tony de Zorzi and Kwena Maphaka. The squad combines established international options with players seeking their first appearances for South Africa.
The tour will begin with the T20I tri-series before moving into the three-match ODI leg. The ODIs against Namibia are scheduled for September 9 to 13.
South Africa squad for Namibia white-ball tour
| Player | Role/Status |
|---|---|
| Bjorn Fortuin | Captain |
| Eathan Bosch | Selected |
| Dewald Brevis | Selected |
| Tony de Zorzi | Selected |
| Connor Esterhuizen | Selected |
| Jordan Hermann | Selected |
| Rubin Hermann | Selected |
| Duan Jansen | Maiden international call-up |
| Kwena Maphaka | Selected |
| Nqobani Mokoena | Selected |
| Nqaba Peter | Selected |
| Lhuan-dre Pretorius | Selected |
| Lutho Sipamla | Selected |
| Jason Smith | Selected |
| Prenelan Subrayen | Selected |
When will South Africa play the T20I tri-series?
The T20I tri-series involving South Africa, Namibia and Zimbabwe is scheduled from August 28 to September 6.
When are the South Africa-Namibia ODIs?
South Africa will play three ODIs against Namibia from September 9 to September 13 following the completion of the T20I tri-series.
Source Attribution: This report is based solely on the supplied squad announcement and statements from South Africa head coach Shukri Conrad.
