By Lehlohonolo Lehana.
Proteas captain Temba Bavuma has been ruled out of the third ODI against Ireland due to a soft tissue injury on his left elbow, Cricket South Africa (CSA) confirmed.
“Bavuma, 34, sustained the injury during the second ODI on Friday after landing on his elbow while making ground at the non-striker’s end in the 12th over of South Africa’s innings, and the injury prevented him from fielding “CSA said in a statement.
“Bavuma will return home with the rest of the squad on Tuesday and will consult a specialist. An update on the extent of his injury will be provided in due course.”
Reeza Hendricks has been called up as his replacement and will arrive in Abu Dhabi later today, read the statement.
Rassie van der Dussen will captain the team for the final match of the series on Monday.
Meanwhile all-rounder Wiaan Mulder has returned home today due to personal reasons.