Mondli Khumalo
Mondli Khumalo is a raw young fast bowler with a lot of potential. The leading wicket-taker for SA in the recent quadrangular series will need to come to the party at the World Cup.
Early wickets will be crucial and Khumalo has proven his worth with the new ball.
Jonathan Bird
The Capetonian batting sensation has had a steady run in the SA u.19 set up and has already played some eye-catching knocks. Bird also recently made his provincial first-class debut and will be a player to watch at the World Cup.
Gerald Coetzee
Coetzee is an all-rounder who will want to make a solid impact at the World Cup. Coetzee has already had international experience with his participation in the Mzanzi Super League with the Jozi Stars. That experience will be invaluable to Coetzee and South Africa, especially in the tight games against top opposition.
Khanya Cotani
Khanya Cotani is a real terrier-like fighter on the cricket field.
A middle/lower batsman with the knack of occupying the crease, Cotani could well prove to be the glue that keeps the middle order together. The wicket-keeper and vice-captain will play an integral role in strategic decisions along with the captain, Bryce Parsons. His added experience as a North West Dragons regular will also help his younger teammates.
Bryce Parsons
The SA captain is a fantastic example of today’s modern, hard-hitting batsman at the top of the order. He is also in good form and the left-hander will want to continue his excellent run in the World Cup. Parsons is also more than handy with his left-arm spin and will provide variety in the attack.
Andrew Louw
Louw is an exciting youngster and right-handed opening batsman who will look to lay a solid foundation from the start, together with Captain Parsons.
Odirile Modimokoane
Modimokoane could be one of the key players for the u.19 Proteas with his tight and skilful left-arm orthodox spin this World Cup.
Modimokoane has shown his worth in the middle overs and is a partnership breaker and wicket taker. This is something that SA could cleverly use to their advantage to stifle the opposition.
