South Africa announce squad for Champions Trophy

South Africa has declared a 15-man squad for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy.

Spinner Robin Peterson will be returning to the team which was announced by Gerald Majola, chief executive officer of Cricket South Africa (CSA). The29-year-old played his last ODI against New Zealand in April 2007 at the World Cup in Johannessburg. Another spin bowler to be included is Johan Botha.

“The selection committee has opted for two spinners, considering this tournament takes place on the sub-continent. Having a left and right arm option in Robin Peterson and Johan Botha gives the selectors the variation they’re looking for,” Majola was quoted as saying on the CSA’s official website.

South Africa had won the first edition of the tournament way back in 1998. This year the tourney is scheduled to start from September 12. The Proteas will be playing the first game on September 14 against New Zealand.

**Team:**Graeme Smith (captain), Johan Botha, Mark Boucher, (wicket-keeper), AB de Villiers, JP Duminy, Herschelle Gibbs, Jacques Kallis, Albie Morkel, Morne Morkel, Andre Nel, Makhaya Ntini, Justin Ontong, Robin Peterson, Vernon Philander, Dale Steyn.