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Head, Markram, Rabada Return As Australia Host Young Proteas Side In T20I Series
Star Sports Network TV: Just a few months after South Africa scripted history by defeating Australia in the final of the 2025 World Test Championship, the Proteas aim to fine-tune their T20 squad with a three-game series Down Under. The series will begin with back-to-back matches at the TIO Stadium in Marrara before concluding at the Cazalys Stadium in Westcourt, Cairns.
The return of Travis Head has further bolstered Australia's batting depth, which was evident in their recent 5-0 sweep of the West Indies. Skipper Mitchell Marsh confirmed he and Head will be opening the innings for the foreseeable future. Meanwhile, South Africa participated in a tri-series in Zimbabwe and lost to New Zealand in the final with an experimental squad.
For the Proteas, A few key names have returned for this trip, notably captain Aiden Markram and pace spearhead Kagiso Rabada, but it also continues to be a test for the young side. Marsh spoke on the exciting challenge of facing a young side.
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