South Africa's prominent batter Tony De Zorzi and emerging fast bowler Kwena Mphaka have been excluded from the five-match T20I series against India. The South African cricket board announced this update on their official X account, confirming the absence of these players. While no replacement has been named for Zorzi, Lutho Zimpla will step in for Mphaka.

De Zorzi will also miss the third ODI against India, scheduled to take place in Vizag on Saturday, alongside pacer Nandre Burger.

“Proteas Men’s fast bowler Nandre Burger and batter Tony de Zorzi have been ruled out of the third One-Day International (ODI) against India on Saturday due to injury," a statement released by Cricket South Africa said.

“Burger experienced right hamstring discomfort while bowling during the second ODI on We

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