Temba Bavuma Out for Third ODI Against Ireland

South Africa captain Temba Bavuma will miss the final ODI against Ireland due to a soft tissue injury to his left elbow, sustained while diving during the second ODI. Reeza Hendricks has been called up to replace him, while Rassie van der Dussen will captain the team, which leads the series 2-0. Bavuma will return home with the squad on Tuesday for medical consultation about his injury, which previously sidelined him during a T20I tour of India in 2022. His absence raises concerns for the upcoming Test series against Bangladesh starting on October 21, where he is crucial for the batting lineup. Additionally, all-rounder Wiaan Mulder has left the tour for personal reasons, further impacting the squad's composition. South Africa's performance in the ODI series follows a T20I series that ended in a 1-1 draw.