JP Duminy walks in as a substitute fielder in 3rd ODI against Ireland in Abu Dhabi
South Africa batting coach JP Duminy made a surprise appearance as a substitute fielder after a few players were fatigued due to intense heat in the UAE.
Former South Africa batter, who is currently serving as the team’s batting coach, had to take the field in the third ODI against Ireland on Monday in Abu Dhabi. He made a surprise appearance as a substitute fielder after a few players were fatigued due to intense heat in the UAE.
Coming into the series against Ireland in the UAE, several South Africans have been hit by a series of injuries in their squad, which may have led to the former cricketer stepping onto the field. Captain Temba Bavuma was sidelined from the third ODI due to an elbow injury, and all-rounder Wiaan Mulder returned home for personal reasons. Additionally, opener Tony de Zorzi is recovering from a knee injury and has not played since the first ODI of the series.
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