Markram named as South African T20 Captain

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JOHANNESBURG, AFP: South Africa’s new white-ball coach Rob Walter unveiled his first squads on Monday with Aiden Markram named as the new T20 captain but there was no place for former skipper, Faf du Plessis.

Although Walter had talks with Du Plessis, no agreement was reached for the one-day and Twenty20 international series against the West Indies this month.

Cricket South Africa director Enoch Nkwe said this did not mean the door was closed on Du Plessis, 38, who has not played for South Africa since February 2021, or other non-contracted cricketers.

“We’ve always been open to talks with our freelance players, we’re happy to engage and find the best way forward,” said Nkwe.

As widely anticipated, Markram, who marked his return to the Test team last week with a fine 115 in the victory over West Indies, was named as captain of the T20 side.

But there was no place in the T20 squad for Test captain Temba Bavuma, although he will continue to lead the ODI side.

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