Kagiso Rabada Ruled Out Of Australia ODI Series With Ankle Injury

South African fast bowler Kagiso Rabada has been ruled out of the three-match ODI series against Australia due to inflammation in his right ankle. The 30-year-old underwent a scan confirming the injury's extent and will remain in Australia to undergo rehabilitation under the national team's medical supervision. Rabada, who played all three T20 matches prior to the ODI series, experienced discomfort after the last T20 game and was replaced by 19-year-old Kwena Maphaka, who impressed in the recent T20 series. South Africa has also included other new faces for the ODI series, including Dewald Brevis making his ODI debut and returning captain Temba Bavuma, who will bat at number three. The first ODI takes place in Cairns, followed by two matches in Mackay. Australia, led by captain Mitch Marsh, chose to field first in the opening match.