SPORT: Steyn’s injury could dent Proteas’ World Cup hopes
Steyn is one of the key figures in the Proteas lineup and losing him to injury could dent SA's chance of winning their elusive World Cup trophy.
South Africans are sweating over the fitness of Multiply Titans and Proteas fast bowler Dale Steyn ahead of this year’s Cricket World Cup.
The Pretoria-based bowler suffered an injury to his right shoulder while playing for the Royal Challengers Bangalore in the Indian Premier League in April.
Steyn is one of the key figures in the Proteas lineup and losing him to injury could dent SA’s chance of winning the elusive World Cup trophy.
After the injury, the 35-year-old was immediately withdrawn from the IPL and sent back to SA.
Proteas team manager Dr Mohammed Moosajee last week announced that Steyn’s right shoulder would be assessed by a specialist and measures put in place to get him ready for the ICC men’s Cricket World Cup in England and Wales in May.
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“Dale felt discomfort after playing his second match at the tournament. Upon assessment and subsequent investigations, a flare-up of his right shoulder was confirmed. With the World Cup around the corner, it is our priority to get him back to full fitness before the squad departs on 19 May. He will consult with a shoulder specialist upon his return and a recovery plan will be put in place, ” Moosajee said.
Cricket SA convener of selectors Linda Zondi has said the injury was a concern.
“We are waiting for our medical team to let us know. I’m aware that he has seen the specialist already and we will be guided by them,” Zondi said.
Should Steyn not recover in time, Cricket SA will likely replace him with either Chris Morris or Vernon Philander.
The Proteas’ World Cup squad will assemble for their week-long camp on 12 May.
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