Proteas captain Temba Bavuma has been ruled out of their Cricket World Cup clash against England due to illness.
The team management announced announced the new shortly before Saturday’s toss in Mumbai.
Aiden Markram will lead the side instead, with Reeza Hendricks replacing the skipper at the top of the order.
🪙TOSS
🏴 England have won the toss and will bowl first
Captain Temba Bavuma has been ruled out of match due to illness. Aiden Markram will captain the side in his absence
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