The 23 year old all-rounder Annerie Dercksen has been earned her maiden CSA central contract for 2025-25 season. Meanwhile all-rounder Delmi Tucker and batter lara Goodall were leftout of the 15-member contract list.
Deckersen who was handed ICC 2024 awards in the Emerging Women’s Player of the Year category has made debut in ODI and Tests last year. However she made her T20I debut for South Africa in 2023.
CSA Central contract 2025-26: Anneke Bosch, Tazmin Brits, Nadine de Klerk, Annerie Dercksen, Ayanda Hlubi, Sinalo Jafta, Marizanne Kapp, Ayabonga Khaka, Masabata Klaas, Sune Luus, Eliz-Mari Marx, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Tumi Sekhukhune, Chloe Tryon and Laura Wolvaardt
Speaking on the squad, CSA Executive, Nation Teams and High Performance, Enoch Nkwe appreciated the all-rounder’s contribution to the team and her new role in the side.
Cricket South Africa (CSA) today has confirmed the Proteas Women’s contracted squad for the upcoming 2025/26 season.
Led by captain Laura Wolvaardt and head coach Mandla Mashimbyi, the Proteas Women are gearing up for a significant year ahead. Their preparations will be focused… pic.twitter.com/lw2AQ2qpCZ
— Proteas Women (@ProteasWomenCSA) March 17, 2025
“We are proud to announce the Proteas Women’s contracted squad for the 2025/26 season, a group that embodies the depth, talent, and potential of women’s cricket in South Africa.”
“It’s also a momentous occasion for Annerie Dercksen, whose performances have been impressive as she cemented her spot in the team, earning a well-deserved first national contract.
“The continuity in the squad also recognises the team’s outstanding achievement in reaching a second consecutive World Cup final, highlighting CSA’s commitment to rewarding consistent performance and building on the team’s recent success on the global stage.
“As we prepare for a pivotal year with the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup in India, this squad offers the right balance of experience and youthful energy. We believe this group is well-equipped to compete at the highest level and continue making the country proud,” concluded Enoch Nkwe.
