South Africa v England: Proteas name six uncapped players in squad

South Africa have named six uncapped players in their squad for the first two Tests of the home series against England.

Batsmen Pieter Malan and Rassie van der Dussen have been included, as well as bowlers Dane Paterson and Beuran Hendricks.

All-rounder Dwaine Pretorius and wicketkeeper Rudi Second have also made the squad.

The first of four Tests between the two sides will start on 26 December.

"The high number of uncapped players coming into the squad is a reflection of our policy to acknowledge players who do well at franchise level and have put their hands up for selection," said Cricket South Africa selector Linda Zondi.

Source: BBC News

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