South Africa fast bowler Anrich Nortje has been named in their Twenty20 International squad for the five-match series against India next month, the first time he will have played for the side since the 2024 T20 World Cup final.

The 32-year-old has overcome a succession of injuries and returned to domestic action, proving his fitness for the series in India.

His presence will in part make up for the injury absence of fast bowler Kagiso Rabada, who has been ruled out for four weeks with a rib problem.

"We know exactly what he (Nortje) brings so we’re really looking forward to working with him," South Africa coach Shukri Conrad said.

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