South Africa T20 World Cup Squad - Complete Players List

South Africa has announced its squad for the T20 World Cup 2026. This time, their experienced players will once again be seen playing on the field, while some new players will also be part of the Proteas squad.

Name	Role	Strength
Aiden Markram (C)	Batter / Off-Spin	Best player to open from Proteas.
Quinton de Kock	Wicketkeeper Batter	Reversed his retirement and you will see gain in action in this World Cup.
David Miller	Middle Order Batter	“Killer Miller” the one and only finisher after Klaseen retirement.
Dewald Brevis	Batter	Newly solid hitter batsman.
Tony de Zorzi	Opening Batter	Able to perform consistent, but not much experience in t20i.
Donovan Ferreira	All-Rounder / WK	A high-strike-rate finisher.
Marco Jansen	Pace All-Rounder	The tall left-armer is vital for early wickets and provides massive lower-order hitting.
Kagiso Rabada	Fast Bowler	The spearhead returns from a rib injury, and his pace and leadership are the heartbeat of the attack.
Anrich Nortje	Express Pacer	Back to full fitness and ready to unsettle batters with 150kph+ thunderbolts.
Lungi Ngidi	Fast Bowler	Excellent at the death with his cutters and slower-ball variations.
Keshav Maharaj	Left-arm Spinner	Spin track favorite.
Kwena Maphaka	Left-arm Pacer	The 19-year-old with amazing pace.
George Linde	Spin All-Rounder	A tactical recall for the turning pitches.
Corbin Bosch	Pace All-Rounder	“Killer Miller” the only finisher after Klaseen retirement.
Jason Smith	All-Rounder	Best all-rounder.