Uncapped duo earn Test call-up as Morkel returns for SA

CAPE TOWN: South Africa have called on the uncapped pair of Heinrich Klaasen and Theunis de Bruyn for the three-match Test series in New Zealand next month, while there is also a return for fast bowler Morne Morkel.

Wicketkeeper-batsman Klaasen will act as cover for Quinton de Kock, while De Bruyn is retained from the squad that beat Sri Lanka by an innings an 118 runs in their last Test in Johannesburg in January.

Right-hander Klaasen finished the domestic four-day competition with 635 runs at an average of 48.84, including a best of 195.

Fast bowler Duanne Olivier, the leading wicket-taker in domestic cricket this season, made his debut in that game, posting match figures of 5-57, and has been retained.