Bavuma blow for Proteas

The opening batsman has a right adductor strain and will miss the match as a precautionary measure.

Aiden Markram will captain the side in Bavuma’s absence.

Meanwhile, fast bowler Anrich Nortje has been ruled out of the remaining two matches of the series due to a lower back injury.

The 29-year-old underwent scans and consulted with a specialist this week, and will start bowling again this weekend under the supervision of the Proteas medical team.

Friday’s match will start at 1pm.