The BCSA has announced its squads for the upcoming series against New Zealand Blind Cricket, comprising six T20Is and one ODI from 20-28 February 2024.
The teams have announced their squads, featuring talented players ready to showcase their skills on the pitch.
As the teams go head-to-head in a blind cricket match, the series promises to be a display of skill, determination, and sportsmanship.
The main objective of the series is to fulfill one of the objectives of the BCSA, which is the hosting of international events and the promotion and administration of the game of blind cricket in the province of Gauteng and South Africa as a whole.
Gauteng, a trendy and trailblazing province, will be the perfect setting for this historic showdown between South Africa and New Zealand's best visually impaired cricketers.
BCSA is ready to showcase its best performance in the series, with a mix of seasoned players and up-and-coming talent. They aim to introduce several young stars to the international scene, under the guidance of experienced coaching staff.
Speaking ahead of the matches, BCSA Chairman Isaac Bidla said:
"We are thrilled to host New Zealand Blind Cricket for this exciting series. These matches are not just about competition but also about celebrating the spirit of cricket and the resilience of our players.”
BCSA Squad:
Sphelele Khalala, Doctor Malinga, Edrich Ter Haar, Luthando Naki, Mathula Dlamini, Kenneth Mabela, Buhle Bhidla, Isaac Bidla, Reme Kampher, Ephraim Mathapo, Lwande Bhidla, Teboho Moloisane, Siyavuya Mahlikihla, Max Geerthsen, Lesedi Lesoufi, Mpumelelo Luthuli, David Landry.
Management:
Shane Mahabeer - Team Manager, Asheta Mahabeer - Coach, Israel Hattingh - Assistant Coach, Michael Ledbitter, Ndumiso Nyawose.
BCSA vs NZBCA Fixtures
1st T20 - Tuesday, 20 February 2024 – 10h00:
South Africa vs New Zealand - Pirates Cricket Field, Johannesburg
2nd T20 - Wednesday, 21 February 2024 – 10h00:
South Africa vs New Zealand - Pirates Cricket Field, Johannesburg
3rd T20 - Friday, 23 February 2024 – 10h00:
South Africa vs New Zealand - Pirates Cricket Field, Johannesburg
4th T20 - Saturday 24 February 2024 – 10h00:
South Africa vs New Zealand - Pirates Cricket Field, Johannesburg
5th T20 - Sunday, 25 February 2024 – 10h00:
South Africa vs New Zealand – Laudium, Tshwane
6th T20 - Tuesday, 27 February 2024 – 10h00:
South Africa vs New Zealand – Laudium, Tshwane
Once off ODI - Wednesday, 28 February 2024 – 09h00:
South Africa vs New Zealand, Pirates Cricket Field, Johannesburg