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South Africa have made a late change to their squad for the Women's ODI tri-series in Sri Lanka. Anneke Bosch has been ruled out due to illness, with Lara Goodall stepping in as her replacement. The squad includes three uncapped players, including U19 World Cup stars Karabo Meso and Seshnie Naidu. The tri-series, featuring India and Sri Lanka, kicks off on April 27 in Colombo.

Key Points: Proteas Women Call Up Lara Goodall After Bosch Ruled Out

  • Anneke Bosch ruled out due to illness
  • Lara Goodall replaces her in the squad
  • Three uncapped players earn call-ups
  • Tri-series begins April 27 in Colombo
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South Africa make change to squad ahead of Sri Lanka tri-series

South Africa replace Anneke Bosch with Lara Goodall for the Women's ODI tri-series in Sri Lanka featuring India and Sri Lanka.

"Skipper Laura Wolvaardt will lead a blend of experience and uncapped talent. – ICC"

Johannesburg, April 17

South Africa have made a late adjustment to their squad for the upcoming Women's ODI tri-series in Sri Lanka, after a batting all-rounder was ruled out due to illness, as per the ICC. 31-year-old Anneke Bosch has been ruled out of the Proteas Women's upcoming ODI tri-series against Sri Lanka and India, with top-order batter Lara Goodall set to take her spot in the squad.

The change sees the batter brought in as cover ahead of the team's departure to Colombo on April 22.

Skipper Laura Wolvaardt will lead a blend of experience and uncapped talent, with the likes of Chloe Tryon, Ayabonga Khaka, Sune Luus, and Nonkululeko Mlaba forming the core of the squad.

Three players have also earned their first call-ups to the senior national team. Wicketkeeper Karabo Meso and spinner Seshnie Naidu, both of whom represented South Africa at the ICC U19 Women's T20 World Cup earlier this year, have been named in the tri-series squad.

They are joined by all-rounder Miane Smit, who previously travelled as a reserve during last year's ICC Women's T20 World Cup.

The Wolvaardt-led side will take on India in their opening clash on Tuesday, April 29 at the R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium.

The tri-series will see each side play the others twice before the top two teams meet in the final

Fixture: (All matches at R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium)

1st ODI - 27 April: Sri Lanka vs India

2nd ODI - 29 April: India vs South Africa

3rd ODI - 2 May: Sri Lanka vs South Africa

4th ODI - 4 May: Sri Lanka vs India

5th ODI - 7 May: South Africa vs India

6th ODI - 9 May: Sri Lanka vs South Africa

Final - 11 May

Proteas Women Squad: Laura Wolvaardt (Captain), Tazmin Brits, Nadine de Klerk, Annerie Dercksen, Lara Goodall, Sinalo Jafta, Ayabonga Khaka, Masabata Klaas, Sune Luus, Karabo Meso, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Seshnie Naidu, Nondumiso Shangase, Miane Smit, Chloe Tryon.

- ANI

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Thando K.
So excited to see the young talent getting their chance! Karabo Meso was brilliant at the U19 WC. Future looks bright for Proteas Women 💚💛
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Rajiv P.
Interesting squad selection. While I understand Bosch being ill, I wonder if we might miss her all-round capabilities in these conditions. Hope Goodall steps up!
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Lerato M.
Can't wait for this series! Wolvaardt leading from the front with Tryon's power hitting and Khaka's bowling - going to be 🔥🔥
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Sarah J.
The schedule looks packed! Hope the team manages their workload well with back-to-back matches. Good mix of experience and new blood though.
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David T.
Miane Smit finally getting her proper chance after being a reserve last year. Hope she makes the most of this opportunity!

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