Star player took U turn from retirement. (Photo- PTI)
A big news related to South Africa cricket has come out. A star player who retired from ODI cricket 2 years ago has taken a U turn. That is, this player has withdrawn his retirement. He is ready to play ODI cricket once again. He will also be part of the team on the tour of Pakistan next month. This player has said goodbye to this format after the 2023 ODI World Cup.
Star player took U turn from retirement
South African star wicketkeeper batsman Quinton de Kock has withdrawn his retirement from ODIs. D Kock, who retired after the 2023 World Cup from ODI cricket, is going to be seen playing once again. According to a report by ESPN Cricinfo, the South Africa Cricket Board (CSA) has included the name of Quinton de Kock in the ODI and T20 team for the tour of Pakistan, which is a big surprise for all.
South Africa’s head coach Shukri Konrad said, ‘Quinton’s return to the white ball team is a big achievement for us. When we talked about his future last month, it was clear that he still has a strong ambition to represent our country. Everyone knows what qualities they bring in the team, and the team will benefit from their return. Let me tell you, Quinton de Kock has been away from international cricket for the last 1 year. He also played the last T20I match during the final of the 2024 T20 World Cup. Apart from this, he has already retired from Test format. He said goodbye to the Test format in the year 2021.
South Africa team for Pakistan T20 series
David Miller (Captain), Corbin Bosch, Dewald Brevis, Nandre Burger, Garald Koetzi, Quinton de Cock, Donovan Ferrera, Riza Hendrix, George Linde, Quenna Mafa, Lungi Nagidi, Nakaba Peter, Luan-Drain, Luan-Drain, Endilians, Endilas, Endilas.
South Africa team for Pakistan ODI series
Matthew Breetzke (Captain), Corbin Bosch, Dewald Brevis, Nandre Burger, Garald Koetzi, Quinton de Cock, Tony de Jorji, Donovan Ferrera, Beyourne Fortuin, George Linde, Quenna Mafaka, Lungi Engidi, Nakaba Peter, Lunga-Drean-Dreenthmaba Kescelli.