South Africa issue injury update on veteran batter for T20WC
Middle-order batter David Miller has been medically cleared for next month’s ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 in India and Sri Lanka.
The experienced left-hander successfully completed a fitness test earlier this week after recovering from an adductor strain sustained while representing Paarl Royals in the SA20.
Miller’s return comes as a timely boost for South Africa as they finalise preparations for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 beginning February 7, with the 36-year-old expected to play a key role in the middle-order thanks to his vast experience and finishing ability in the shortest format.
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Following clearance from the medical team, Miller will link up with the rest of the Proteas squad on Sunday, when the team departs from OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg en route to Mumbai.
South Africa are placed in Group D, alongside New Zealand, Afghanistan, Canada, UAE and kick off their campaign against Canada on February 9 in Ahmedabad.
Squad:
Aiden Markram(c), Quinton de Kock, Tony de Zorzi, Dewald Brevis, David Miller, Donovan Ferreira, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Kwena Maphaka, Lungi Ngidi, Jason Smith, George Linde, Corbin Bosch, Anrich Nortje