The Proteas have announced squad for the first ODI of the tri-series involving hosts Pakistan and New Zealand ahead of the Champions Trophy.

South Africa have named a weakened squad for the first ODI of the tri-series against Pakistan and New Zealand. The Proteas named a 12-member squad for the first game, and will only announce the final squad after SA20 Eliminator.

Several players from South Africa's Champions Trophy 2025 squad will not play against New Zealand in their first clash of the ODI tri-series in Pakistan.

Gerald Coetzee will not take part in the 2025 Champions Trophy after the South Africa pacer complained of tightness in his groin while he was bowling at the Centre of Excellence in Pretoria on Wednesday.

South Africa will take six uncapped players to Pakistan this week for their tri-series against the hosts and New Zealand, coach Rob Walter said on Wednesday.

After recovering from a left hamstring injury, right-arm seamer Gerald Coetzee made a comeback to the national team as South Africa announced the squad for the ODI tri-series in Pakistan. Rob Walter,

The Temba Bavuma-led side will consist of six uncapped players. More players will be joining the unit following the conclusion of the SA20 2025 Eliminator today. The six uncapped players from

Champions Trophy squad members Jansen, Markram, Miller, Rabada, Rickelton, Stubbs, and van der Dussen will not take part in the series