Filander joins South Africa squad for Zimbabwe tour after Jafta injury
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 3, 2026, 11:30 AM
Last updated Sep 3, 2026
South Africa added Filander to the squad for the upcoming tour of Zimbabwe after Jafta was ruled out due to an injury. The change leaves the South African roster with reduced experience, as the team already featured a younger group of players. Selectors moved to secure a replacement immediately following the setback to ensure the squad maintains its required depth. No specific timeline was provided for the recovery of Jafta or the duration of his absence. The team will proceed with preparations for the series as scheduled.
- •Jafta is excluded from the Zimbabwe tour because of an injury.
- •Filander receives a maiden call-up to the South Africa squad.
- •The injury leaves the team with limited experience in the lineup.
- •The South African side continues preparations for the series against Zimbabwe.
- 11:30 AMESPNcricinfo — Injured Jafta out of Zimbabwe tour; Filander earns maiden SA call-up
"Jafta's absence will mean even less experience in an already young squad
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