With several key players rested, depth a growing concern for Proteas Women
The Mercury
|December 18, 2025
WHILE it was all fun and games watching the Proteas Women put together their highest ODI total at St George’s Park in Gqeberha earlier this week, the cricket on display was mediocre, and probably their worst game this year.
A quick glance at the Proteas Women scorecard during the second limited overs match against Ireland on Reconciliation Day would leave many with smiles on their faces.
Proteas Women captain Laura Wolvaardt brought up her 12th One Day century, top-order batter Sune Luus brought up her second career century, while former captain Dane van Niekerk blasted 88 off just 47.
These are numbers that would lead many to believe that the squad is continuing from where they left off in this year's ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup, where they reached the final for the first time.
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