Former South African captain Dane van Niekerk has reversed her retirement from international cricket and made herself available for national selection. The veteran all-rounder announced the decision on social media on Monday, August 25, and confirmed her full return to the Proteas Women's squad.
Van Niekerk last played for South Africa in September 2021. She missed the 2022 ODI World Cup due to an ankle fracture, which delayed her return as captain. Van Niekerk also struggled to meet a fitness test, including a two-km run. She announced her retirement from international cricket in March 2023.
Decided to Revoke My Retirement from International Cricket - Dane van NiekerkDane van Niekerk made her comeback to domestic cricket with Western Province in the 2024-25 season. Following her return, she was named in the 20-player extended squad for South Africa's pre-World Cup training camp, which is scheduled to take place from August 25 to September 1 in Durban.