South Africa middle-order batter Theunis de Bruyn will miss the third Test of the collection in opposition to Australia to return dwelling to be on the start of his first youngster.
De Bruyn missed out on choice within the collection opener on the Gabba however posted scores of 12 and 28 batting at first drop within the Boxing Day Test.
In the second innings, he grew to become concerned in a tense trade with Australian fast Mitchell Starc, who threatened to Mankad him if the South African stored standing exterior of his crease.
De Bruyn’s finest effort of South Africa’s go to got here within the tour match in opposition to the Cricket Australia XI when he scored 88.
He is probably going to get replaced by Rassie van der Dussen, who batted at No.3 within the first Test, or back-up wicketkeeper Heinrich Klaasen.
The collection finale begins in Sydney on Wednesday and is South Africa’s final probability to save lots of face following a dismal first two Test matches.
South Africa’s batting order has come beneath specific scrutiny throughout the primary two Tests, with 65 runs the very best particular person rating posted by a Protea thus far this collection.
