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South Africa's power-hitter David Miller has been ruled out of the T20I series against England due to a hamstring injury. The injury occurred during his stint with Northern Superchargers in The Hundred tournament. Meanwhile, former Proteas all-rounder Albie Morkel has joined the support staff as bowling consultant. Captain Temba Bavuma confirmed that Miller remains part of South Africa's plans for the 2027 ODI World Cup despite his recent absence.

Key Points: David Miller Ruled Out of South Africa T20Is vs England

  • Miller sustained hamstring strain during The Hundred with Northern Superchargers
  • South Africa opts against naming replacement for 14-man squad
  • Albie Morkel appointed bowling consultant for T20I series
  • Captain Bavuma confirms Miller remains in ODI World Cup 2027 plans
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South Africa's David Miller ruled out of T20Is in England; ex-star Albie Morkel named bowling consultant

South Africa's David Miller misses England T20Is with hamstring injury from The Hundred, while Albie Morkel joins as bowling consultant for the series.

"David's still within the mix in the ODI stuff - Temba Bavuma"

Cardiff, September 9

Cricket South Africa (CSA), on the eve of the T20I series opener, confirmed that power-hitter David Miller has been ruled out of the three-match affair due to a strain in his right hamstring.

Miller injured his hamstring during the final week of the recently concluded Hundred while representing the Northern Superchargers. The explosive southpaw failed to win the race against the time and will sit on the sidelines as the series gets underway at Sophia Gardens on Wednesday.

South Africa has opted not to name a replacement for Miller, leaving the Aiden Markram-led side down to 14 members. Miller was named in the ODI phase of the England tour, but remained absent during South Africa's 2-1 triumph. The 36-year-old batter is yet to make an appearance for the Proteas in the international circuit since the Champions Trophy earlier this year. He also missed South Africa's white-ball tour to Australia last month due to his stint in the Hundred.

South Africa decided to bolster their management by introducing former Proteas all-rounder Albie Morkel to the T20I support staff as a bowling consultant for the series. Morkel made 50 T20I appearances and was a regular face in the Indian Premier League.

Before the three 50-Over fixtures in England, South Africa captain Temba Bavuma confirmed that despite Miller's prolonged absence, he remains in the mix for the 2027 ODI World Cup.

"What I understand is that those communications were done during his contract times, in terms of him being available during this period for the Hundred. Essentially, he wasn't available for selection, but I stand by the correction regarding that... David's still within the mix in the ODI stuff, if that answers your question," Temba Bavuma said as quoted from ESPNcricinfo.

"The Australia tour would've coincided with the Hundred. I guess any international commitments that occurred during the Hundred, David wasn't available for. Unfortunately, the one-day [series], it clashes: he wasn't part of our build-up. But then with the T20 stuff, the Hundred is done, he'll fall back into the team," he added.

South Africa T20I squad: Aiden Markram (c), Keshav Maharaj, Lhuan-Dre Pretorius, Corbin Bosch, Kwena Maphaka, Kagiso Rabada, Dewald Brevis, Ryan Rickelton, Donovan Ferreira, Senuran Muthusamy, Tristan Stubbs, Marco Jansen, Lungi Ngidi, Lizaad Williams.

- ANI

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Sarah B
Albie Morkel as bowling consultant is an interesting choice! Remember his IPL days? He was quite effective with both bat and ball. Good to see former players getting coaching roles.
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Ananya R
Honestly, players choosing franchise cricket over national duty is becoming a worrying trend. Miller missing both Australia tour and now England series for The Hundred doesn't sit right with me. National team should always come first! 🇮🇳
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Karthik V
Good opportunity for young players like Dewald Brevis to step up! Remember his amazing performances in IPL. Future star in the making! 🔥
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Michael C
Hamstring injuries are tricky business. At 36, recovery takes longer. Hope CSA manages his workload properly. Still has lot to offer for 2027 WC!
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Priya S
South Africa's pace attack still looks strong with Rabada, Ngidi, and Jansen. Even without Miller, they can put up a good fight against England. Exciting series ahead! 🏏

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