Absent Anrich Nortje leaves significant hole but unpredictable South Africa remain competitive

MEN'S WORLD CUP 2023 - TEAM GUIDE: Nortje is missing through injury, leaving the tournament as a whole poorer, but the Proteas still boast a formidable group of powerful, experienced players. But can they challenge? NICK FRIEND takes a look

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