# South Africa's squad for Newlands Test after Nortje injury

> South Africa names squad for Newlands Test as Anrich Nortje ruled out.
- Title: South Africa's squad for Newlands Test after Nortje injury
- Summary: South Africa names squad for Newlands Test as Anrich Nortje ruled out. South Africa's cricket team will play Australia in the Newlands Test without fast…
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- Source: Sportstar — https://sportstar.thehindu.com/cricket/anrich-nortje-ruled-out-third-test-south-africa-australia-newlands/article71619484.ece
- Author: Team Sportstar
- Published: 2026-10-24T08:44:41+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: south africa, australia, anrich nortje, newlands test, cricket, series decider, sports
## South Africa announces squad
South Africa announces squad for Newlands Test, injured Anrich Nortje ruled out of series decider.
## Nortje ruled out due to injury
Anrich Nortje was ruled out of South Africa’s series-deciding third Test against Australia due to a groin injury.
## Nortje's injury impact
The fast bowler’s involvement in the Gqeberha Test ended after only 3.3 overs in Australia’s first innings.
## Squad changes for Newlands Test
Corbin Bosch, Gerald Coetzee and Dane Paterson will be in contention to replace the injured Nortje.
## Newlands Test schedule
The Newlands Test is scheduled to begin on October 27.
## Key takeaway

South Africa's cricket team will play Australia in the Newlands Test without fast bowler Anrich Nortje due to a groin injury.