CSA Announce New Contracts for 2024-25 Season

Cricket South Africa (CSA) has revealed the squads for the Proteas Men and Women’s teams for the upcoming season, starting on May 1st, 2024.  This article dives into the details of the new contracts, including exciting newcomers and some surprising omissions.

The Proteas Men’s team welcomes two new faces: Nandre Burger and Tony de Zorzi. Both players impressed selectors with their performances for Western Province and have been awarded their first-ever national contracts. Additionally, Gerald Coetzee, who received a full contract mid-way through last season, has secured his spot for the upcoming year.

 

Andile Phehlukwayo, the talented all-rounder from Hollywoodbets Dolphins, returns to the national fold after being dropped from last year’s squad.  His experience and versatility will be valuable assets for the Proteas.

 

The biggest surprise comes with the absence of fast bowler Anrich Nortje.  While he hasn’t played much recently due to injury and the birth of his child, selectors are keeping an eye on him, with the possibility of him featuring in the T20 World Cup later this year.

Another big name missing is Quinton de Kock.  Having retired from ODI cricket, de Kock expressed interest in playing T20s, but his recent performances haven’t been convincing.  CSA granted him personal leave during the domestic T20 challenge, which might have raised eyebrows.

Other notable omissions include Sisanda Magala (injury), Wayne Parnell (injury), and Keegan Petersen (dropped from Test squad).  While some of these players might make comebacks in the future, for now, the selectors are looking at fresh talent.

 

Women’s Team Expands and Recognizes Rising Stars

The Proteas Women’s team has grown from 15 to 16 players, with Ayanda Hlubi and Eliz-Mari Marx receiving their first national contracts after impressive debuts. This expansion reflects the team’s growth and commitment to nurturing young talent.

 

CSA’s Director of Cricket, Enoch Nkwe, highlighted the importance of developing talent and rewarding excellent performances.  The goal is to create strong, competitive teams that can consistently challenge on the world stage.

The announcement of the new contracts brings excitement for the upcoming season.  New players have a chance to prove themselves, while established stars look to continue their dominance.  However, some omissions raise questions, particularly regarding the future of Nortje and de Kock.  With the T20 World Cup approaching, fans will be eager to see how the Proteas shape up and which players make the final cut.

 

Below are the Proteas Men’s and Women’s contracted squads for the 2024/25 season:

Proteas Men’s Contract Squad 2024/25:

Temba Bavuma (DP World Lions)

Nandre Burger (World Sports Betting Western Province)

Gerald Coetzee (Momentum Multiply Titans)

Tony de Zorzi (World Sports Betting Western Province)

Bjorn Fortuin (DP World Lions)

Reeza Hendricks (DP World Lions)

Marco Jansen (Dafabet Warriors)

Heinrich Klaasen (Momentum Multiply Titans)

Keshav Maharaj (Hollywoodbets Dolphins)

Aiden Markram (Momentum Multiply Titans)

David Miller (Hollywoodbets Dolphins)

Lungi Ngidi (Momentum Multiply Titans)

Andile Phehlukwayo (Hollywoodbets Dolphins)

Kagiso Rabada (DP World Lions)

Ryan Rickelton (DP World Lions)

Tabraiz Shamsi (Momentum Multiply Titans)

Tristan Stubbs (Dafabet Warriors)

Rassie van der Dussen (DP World Lions).

 

Proteas Women’s Contract Squad 2024/25:

Anneke Bosch (Fidelity Titans)

Tazmin Brits (Six Gun Grill Garden Route Badgers)

Nadine de Klerk (World Sports Betting Western Province)

Lara Goodall (Worlds Sports Betting Western Province)

Ayanda Hlubi (Hollywoodbets Dolphins)

Sinalo Jafta (DP World Lions)

Marizanne Kapp (World Sports Betting Western Province)

Ayabonga Khaka (DP World Lions)

Masabata Klaas (Fidelity Titans)

Suné Luus (Fidelity Titans)

Eliz-Mari Marx (Fidelity Titans)

Nonkululeko Mlaba (Hollywoodbets Dolphins)

Tumi Sekhukhune (DP World Lions)

Chloé Tryon (DP World Lions)

Delmi Tucker (World Sports Betting Western Province)

Laura Wolvaardt (Fidelity Titans).