How a 2km time trial kept this South African legend out of the World Cup

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Dane van Niekerk is one of the most decorated female cricketers in South African history but will miss the Rainbow Nation's home T20 World Cup in a major selection shock.

Help keep family & friends informed by sharing this articleSouth African stalwart Dane van Niekerk will miss the upcoming T20 women's World Cup after failing a 2km time trial.South African mainstay Dane van Niekerk has missed selection for the women's T20 World CupThe 29-year old is one of the most decorated female cricketers in South African history

Van Niekerk has captained her country in all three formats of the game but came in 18 seconds over the nine-and-a-half minute limit imposed by Cricket South Africa.Van Niekerk has not played international cricket since September 2021 and missed last year's ODI World Cup due to a broken ankle."Many other players have gone down this route, everyone is quite familiar with the situation and what is required. In December, we set it out clearly with where she needs to be.

"She recently did another fitness test and unfortunately did not meet the minimum criteria, and therefore she's missed out.

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