Proteas squad v Bangladesh: De Zorzi and Nortje return for Tests
The Proteas have named a 15 player squad for two Tests against Bangladesh at the Wanderers and Centurion in November. Tony de Zorzi and Anrich Nortje return from injury, Zubayr Hamza is recalled and Lungi Ngidi is still out.
The Proteas named a 15 player squad on Monday, 2 November 2026, for the two Test series against Bangladesh, with Tony de Zorzi and Anrich Nortje back from injury and Zubayr Hamza recalled (Proteas Men on X; SuperSport, Cricket SA release). Temba Bavuma stays on as captain of the side now ranked number one in Tests, after the 2-1 series win over Australia (SuperSport).
When and where are the Proteas v Bangladesh Tests?
| Test | Dates | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| First Test | 15 to 19 November 2026 | DP World Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg |
| Second Test | 23 to 27 November 2026 | SuperSport Park, Centurion |
Source: Cricket SA via SuperSport. The squad assembles in Johannesburg on 11 November (CricTracker). Start times and TV details were not part of the squad announcement, so check Cricket SA closer to the first Test.
Who is back in the Proteas squad?
De Zorzi returns after the hamstring injury that kept him out of the Australia series, and Nortje is back after two weeks out with a groin injury (SuperSport). Hamza of the DP World Lions has also been included (SuperSport).
Fast bowler Lungi Ngidi was not considered for selection because he is still in rehabilitation, Cricket SA said (SuperSport).
What is the full Proteas Test squad?
| Player | Team |
|---|---|
| Temba Bavuma (captain) | DP World Lions |
| Marques Ackerman | Hollywoodbets Dolphins |
| Matthew Breetzke | Dafabet Warriors |
| Corbin Bosch | Momentum Multiply Titans |
| Tony de Zorzi | YesPlay Cobras |
| Simon Harmer | Momentum Multiply Titans |
| Zubayr Hamza | DP World Lions |
| Marco Jansen | Momentum Multiply Titans |
| Keshav Maharaj | Hollywoodbets Dolphins |
| Aiden Markram | Momentum Multiply Titans |
| Wiaan Mulder | DP World Lions |
| Anrich Nortje | Hollywoodbets Dolphins |
| Dane Paterson | YesPlay Cobras |
| Kagiso Rabada | DP World Lions |
| Ryan Rickelton | DP World Lions |
Source: Cricket SA via SuperSport.
Who makes up the bowling attack?
Nortje joins Dane Paterson and Kagiso Rabada in the pace attack, with allrounders Corbin Bosch, Marco Jansen and Wiaan Mulder (SuperSport). Simon Harmer and Keshav Maharaj are the spin options in the squad list (SuperSport).
FAQ
When is the first Proteas Test against Bangladesh?
The first Test is at the DP World Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg from 15 to 19 November 2026, according to Cricket SA.
Is Lungi Ngidi in the Proteas squad for Bangladesh?
No. Cricket SA says Ngidi was not considered for selection because he is still in rehabilitation.
Who is the Proteas Test captain against Bangladesh?
Temba Bavuma will captain the side in the two Test series.
