South Africa have announced their 15-player squad for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, featuring the return of Shabnim Ismail and Marizanne Kapp.
South Africa named a strong 15-member squad for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, which will take place in England and Wales from June 12 to July 5. Captain Laura Wolvaardt will lead the Proteas as they chase their first-ever T20 World Cup title after several deep runs in recent ICC tournaments.
The biggest boost for South Africa comes from the return of experienced fast bowler Shabnim Ismail. The veteran pacer last played during the 2023 T20 World Cup final and now returns with 113 T20I appearances and a national record of 123 wickets.
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All-rounders Marizanne Kapp and Dané van Niekerk also returned after recovering from illness and injury. Wicketkeeper Karabo Meso recovered from a wrist injury and joined Sinalo Jafta as the squad’s keeping options.
Selectors also rewarded youngster Kayla Reyneke with her maiden senior World Cup call-up following an impressive season.
The squad further includes experienced names such as Tazmin Brits, Suné Luus, Nadine de Klerk, Annerie Dercksen and Chloé Tryon. Ayabonga Khaka and Tumi Sekhukhune will lead the pace attack alongside spinner Nonkululeko Mlaba.
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South Africa will leave for England on May 25 and hold a training camp in Arundel before playing three practice matches against Australia. The Proteas open their Group 1 campaign against Australia in Manchester on June 13 before facing Pakistan, India, Netherlands and Bangladesh.
South Africa Women’s T20 World Cup Squad
Laura Wolvaardt, Tazmin Brits, Nadine de Klerk, Annerie Dercksen, Shabnim Ismail, Sinalo Jafta, Marizanne Kapp, Ayabonga Khaka, Suné Luus, Karabo Meso, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Kayla Reyneke, Tumi Sekhukhune, Chloé Tryon, Dané van Niekerk
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