Proteas cricket

ODI World Cup: The spotlight in Cairns is set to shine on Dewald Brevis as South Africa’s young batting sensation prepares for his much-anticipated ODI debut in the opening game against Australia on Tuesday at the Cazaly’s Stadium.

Fresh off a thrilling T20I series where his fearless stroke play lit up the contest, Brevis now steps into the 50-over arena, with the Proteas hoping he can bring the same spark to their middle order.

His arrival marks the beginning of South Africa’s build-up to the 2027 ODI World Cup, which they will co-host with Zimbabwe and Namibia, and the selectors have wasted no time in giving him exposure against one of the toughest opponents in world cricket.