South Africa's hamdemic claims Maphaka as Aussie series looms - Cricbuzz

South Africa’s Australia series begins under strain as COVID-19 and hamstring injuries knock out four key players ahead of the first Test in Johannesburg on March 2. Temba Baqla tests positive, while Quinton de Kock, Kagiso Rabada, and Aiden Markram all go down with muscle issues. Duanne Olivier steps in at the top, replacing Maphaka, who’s now sidelined too. Australia’s Brad Haddin warns of high-risk conditions as the five-match series unfolds, with replacements already in place but questions lingering over depth.

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