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South Africa Pacer Gerald Coetzee Replaces Injured Anrich Nortje for Third Test Against Australia
- On Monday, South Africa confirmed one change for Tuesday's series-deciding third Test against Australia at Newlands, with fast bowler Gerald Coetzee replacing the injured Anrich Nortje.
- Team captain Temba Bavuma described Coetzee as a "like-for-like" replacement for Nortje, noting the fast bowler's pace and workload capacity make him an ideal "enforcer" in the bowling attack.
- Newlands will host an October Test for the first time, presenting unique conditions for both sides, while South Africa aims to build on their series-leveling innings and 31-run victory in Gqeberha.
- Victory would propel South Africa to the top of the world Test rankings and strengthen their campaign for the World Test Championship final following the 1-1 series tie.
- Captain Bavuma retained Simon Harmer over Keshav Maharaj, citing a "tough decision" and explaining that Harmer's off-spin poses a threat to Australia's left-handers.
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South Africa pacer Gerald Coetzee replaces injured Anrich Nortje for third Test against Australia - The Tribune
Fast bowler Gerald Coetzee is set to return to Test cricket after almost two years after being named in South Africa's playing XI for the final match of the ongoing ICC World Test Championship 2025-27 series against Australia, replacing injured Anrich Nortje.
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LatestlySouth Africa pacer Gerald Coetzee replaces injured Anrich Nortje for third Test against Australia
Fast bowler Gerald Coetzee is set to return to Test cricket after almost two years after being named in South Africa's playing XI for the final match of the ongoing ICC World Test Championship 2025-27 series against Australia, replacing injured Anrich Nortje.
·India
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