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South Africa make four changes and ask UAE to bat

ESPN Cricinfo·18 February 2026·6d ago1 min read0 views
South Africa make four changes and ask UAE to bat

In a strategic move ahead of their final group-stage match in the T20 World Cup, South Africa has made four changes to their lineup. The team has enlisted Anrich Nortje, George Linde, Jason Smith, and Kwena Maphaka, aiming to bolster their performance against the United Arab Emirates (UAE). This decision comes as the team opts to rest key players including Keshav Maharaj, Marco Jansen, David Miller, and Lungi Ngidi. The changes reflect South Africa's intent to optimize their squad for potential advancement in the tournament. As the T20 World Cup progresses, every match becomes crucial, and South Africa’s adjustments highlight their focus on achieving a strong finish in the group stage. The upcoming game against the UAE presents an opportunity for the team to not only secure a win but also to assess the depth of their squad ahead of the knockout phases.

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