Proteas wicketkeeper-batsman Quinton de Kock has come out of ODI retirement.
De Kock retired from ODI cricket after the Cricket World Cup in 2023. This week, he was named in South Africa’s ODI and T20I squads for next month’s series against Pakistan.
“Quinton’s return to the white-ball space is a major boost for us. When we spoke last month about his future, it was clear that he still has a strong ambition to represent his country. Everyone knows the quality he brings to the side, and having him back can only benefit the team,” said Proteas head coach Shukri Conrad.
Captain Temba Bavuma has been ruled out of the Test series against Pakistan due to injury. Batsman Aiden Markram will captain the Test XI in the absence of Bavuma.
Batsman Matthew Breetzke will captain the ODI XI. Batsman David Miller will captain the T20I XI in Pakistan. Titans spinner Simon Harmer has been recalled to the Test squad.
Batsman Donovan Ferreira, meanwhile, has been named captain for South Africa’s one-off T20I against Namibia in October. The uncapped Rivaldo Moonsamy has been named in this T20I squad.
“Matthew has really come into his own in the 50-over space and has lead SA A and the Warriors in this format before, and I have no doubt he’ll captain the ODI side with that same character and composure which he brings to his game,” added Conrad.
“During the T20I series against England, I was impressed by Donovan’s maturity, his understanding of the game, and the way he connects with the younger players in the squad. His appointment as captain for the T20I against Namibia presents an exciting challenge, one that I believe will only enhance his development as a cricketer.
“Pakistan is one of the tougher places to tour, and with spin-friendly conditions expected and Keshav Maharaj only available from the second game, it was important to have an experienced campaigner like Simon in the squad to provide extra depth in the spin department.”
Cricket South Africa convenor of selectors Patrick Moroney added: “Getting our World Test Championship defence underway in Pakistan is an exciting moment for this group.
“It marks the beginning of another important cycle, and the white-ball leg of the tour also presents valuable opportunities to build depth and test ourselves against quality opposition as we continue shaping squads for the T20 and 50-over World Cups.
“We have had to contend with a number of injuries in recent months, and it has been important for the medical and management teams to work closely together to ensure we continue to field the strongest possible squads.
“While injuries are never ideal, they also create opportunities for other players to step up, which is an important part of building that depth across all formats.
“Temba’s calf strain will unfortunately keep him sidelined for six to eight weeks, but the focus is on giving him the best chance to be fully ready for the India tour in November.”
Pakistan and South Africa will meet for two Tests, three T20Is and three ODIs from 12 October to 8 November 2025. South Africa’s one-off T20I against Namibia will be played in Windhoek on 11 October.
Proteas Test squad Pakistan for Pakistan series
- Aiden Markram (captain)
- David Bedingham
- Corbin Bosch
- Dewald Brevis
- Tony de Zorzi
- Zubayr Hamza
- Simon Harmer
- Marco Jansen
- Keshav Maharaj
- Wiaan Mulder
- Senuran Muthusamy
- Kagiso Rabada
- Ryan Rickelton
- Tristan Stubbs
- Prenelan Subrayen
- Kyle Verreynne
Proteas T20I squad for Pakistan series
- David Miller (captain)
- Corbin Bosch
- Dewald Brevis
- Nandre Burger
- Gerald Coetzee
- Quinton de Kock
- Donovan Ferreira
- Reeza Hendricks
- George Linde
- Kwena Maphaka
- Lungi Ngidi
- Nqaba Peter
- Lhuan-dre Pretorius
- Andile Simelane
- Lizaad Williams
Proteas ODI squad for Pakistan series
- Matthew Breetzke (captain)
- Corbin Bosch
- Dewald Brevis
- Nandre Burger
- Gerald Coetzee
- Quinton de Kock
- Tony de Zorzi
- Donovan Ferreira
- Bjorn Fortuin
- George Linde
- Kwena Maphaka
- Lungi Ngidi
- Nqaba Peter
- Lhuan-dre Pretorius
- Sinethemba Qeshile
Proteas squad for Namibia T20I
- Donovan Ferreira (captain)
- Nandre Burger
- Gerald Coetzee
- Quinton de Kock
- Bjorn Fortuin
- Reeza Hendricks
- Rubin Hermann
- Kwena Maphaka
- Rivaldo Moonsamy
- Nqaba Peter
- Lhuan-dre Pretorius
- Andile Simelane
- Jason Smith
- Lizaad Williams
