Veteran South African all-rounder Marizanne Kapp will miss the upcoming women’s ODI series against Pakistan as she is unwell, announced Cricket South Africa (CSA). Kapp, aged 36, felt unwell after bowling in the third T20I against Pakistan. Following medical assessments, the Proteas Women’s medical team decided to rest her as a precaution.
In her absence, DP World Lions’ bowling all-rounder Fay Cowling has earned her first national call-up. Cowling, a former South Africa under-19 player, caught the selectors’ eye during a recent national training camp. She was part of the team that finished as runners-up in the 2025 Women’s U19 T20 World Cup.
Marizanne Kapp, who has played 162 ODIs since her debut in 2009, participated in two T20Is against Pakistan recently. She played a crucial role in South Africa’s recent achievements at the international level, including finishing as runners-up in the 2025 Women’s ODI World Cup.
The ODI series against Pakistan is a significant part of the ICC Women’s Championship cycle, influencing qualification for the 2029 Women’s World Cup. The series begins on February 22 at Mangaung Oval in Bloemfontein, followed by the second game at SuperSport Park in Centurion on February 25. The series will conclude on March 1 at Kingsmead Stadium in Durban.
