The Capitals said Nortje had to leave for South Africa late on Friday night due to a personal emergency.
The Proteas speedster has taken seven wickets in eight matches this season for a struggling Delhi team, who are bottom of the IPL log.
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Delhi Capitals fast bowler Anrich Nortje will be unavailable for Saturday's IPL match against the Royal Challengers Bangalore.
The Capitals said Nortje had to leave for South Africa late on Friday night due to a personal emergency.
The Proteas speedster has taken seven wickets in eight matches this season for a struggling Delhi team, who are bottom of the IPL log.
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