Steyn's series over as he is ruled out of fourth Test

Image
Press Trust of India New Delhi
Last Updated : Dec 02 2015 | 6:58 PM IST
South Africa's premier fast bowler Dale Steyn's disappointing tour of India ended as he has been ruled out of the fourth and final Test match against India starting here tomorrow.
Steyn thus missed out on three out of the fourth Test matches after having suffered a groin strain in the first Test at Mohali. With South Africa set to host England at home, the team management thought that it would be wise to let their premier fast bowler take rest.
"I can confirm that Dale Steyn is not going to play this Test match. He has been such an impact player for us. The selectors have not yet decided on his replacement," skipper Hashim Amla told the mediapersons.
It is expected that either Kyle Abbott or Merchant de Lange might be inducted into playing XI in case Proteas don't want to go with the same side that played in Nagpur.
It is learnt that Steyn could not clear the fitness test as he needs to undergo further rehabilitation.
Yesterday, he was seen walking around gingerly in his trainers.
*Subscribe to Business Standard digital and get complimentary access to The New York Times

Smart Quarterly

₹900

3 Months

₹300/Month

SAVE 25%

Smart Essential

₹2,700

1 Year

₹225/Month

SAVE 46%
*Complimentary New York Times access for the 2nd year will be given after 12 months

Super Saver

₹3,900

2 Years

₹162/Month

Subscribe

Renews automatically, cancel anytime

Here’s what’s included in our digital subscription plans

Exclusive premium stories online

  • Over 30 premium stories daily, handpicked by our editors

Complimentary Access to The New York Times

  • News, Games, Cooking, Audio, Wirecutter & The Athletic

Business Standard Epaper

  • Digital replica of our daily newspaper — with options to read, save, and share

Curated Newsletters

  • Insights on markets, finance, politics, tech, and more delivered to your inbox

Market Analysis & Investment Insights

  • In-depth market analysis & insights with access to The Smart Investor

Archives

  • Repository of articles and publications dating back to 1997

Ad-free Reading

  • Uninterrupted reading experience with no advertisements

Seamless Access Across All Devices

  • Access Business Standard across devices — mobile, tablet, or PC, via web or app

More From This Section

First Published: Dec 02 2015 | 6:58 PM IST

Next Story