SA vs IND: Another Blow for South Africa Ahead of Second Test Against India, Fast Bowler Ousted from Team

Sports Desk, New Delhi: South Africa has received another major blow ahead of the second Test match. Fast bowler Gerald Coetzee has been ruled out of the team due to swelling in his pelvic region. Although he experienced discomfort during the first Test match, he has now been sidelined for further observation by doctors. The board has made this decision considering the upcoming series, as shared on social media.

South Africa Cricket revealed this information on Sunday. CSA stated that Gerald Coetzee has pelvic swelling. While he had discomfort during the first Test match, he has been kept under the supervision of doctors since the second match. The board has made this decision in view of the upcoming series, and the details have been posted on social media.

Another Blow for South Africa Before the Second Test South Africa has suffered another setback just before the second Test match. Fast bowler Gerald Coetzee has been ruled out of the team due to an injury. This comes after South Africa’s team captain, Temba Bavuma, was also ruled out due to a strain in his leg before the second Test.

CSA’s Decision After Coetzee’s Pelvic Swelling South Africa Cricket provided this information on Sunday. CSA stated that Gerald Coetzee has pelvic swelling. While he had discomfort during the first Test match, he has been kept under the supervision of doctors since the second match. The board has made this decision in view of the upcoming series, and the details have been posted on social media.

Coetzee’s Limited Bowling in the First Test It is worth noting that in the first Test match, Coetzee bowled 16 overs, conceding 74 runs and taking the wicket of Mohammad Siraj. In the second innings, Coetzee did not bowl many overs as India’s entire innings concluded in 34.1 overs.

Lungi Ngidi May Replace Coetzee in the Playing Eleven With Coetzee ruled out, Lungi Ngidi may find a place in the team for the second Test. It is worth mentioning that the second Test match between India and South Africa will be played in Cape Town from January 3. Currently, South Africa leads the two-match Test series 1-0.

South Africa’s Lead in the Series In the first Test match, South Africa exhibited a strong performance in both bowling and batting. Dean Elgar played a remarkable innings for South Africa, scoring 185 runs. Meanwhile, Markram contributed an unbeaten 84 runs. From India’s side, KL Rahul scored a century in the first innings, while Kohli made 76 runs in the second innings. India lost the match by an innings and 32 runs.