Ottneil Baartman sustains injury during Dolphins four-day match
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 12, 2026, 7:44 PM
Last updated Sep 12, 2026

South Africa seamer Ottneil Baartman faces an injury concern after participating in a four-day series match for the Dolphins. Baartman bowled only five overs during the contest and did not take to the crease to bat in the second innings. The Dolphins were defeated in the match, which concluded recently. The limited workload for the seamer during the encounter indicates a potential physical setback. No formal confirmation regarding the severity of the issue or the duration of his expected absence has been issued by team officials. South Africa selectors will monitor his progress as he undergoes further medical assessment following the series.
- •Ottneil Baartman bowled five overs in the recent Dolphins match.
- •The seamer did not bat during the second innings of the defeat.
- •South Africa management currently assesses his status following the injury concern.
- •The Dolphins ended the four-day series with a loss.
- 7:44 PMESPNcricinfo — Ottneil Baartman injury concern for South Africa
"Seamer only bowled five overs and did not bat in second innings of Dolphins' four-day series defeat
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