Aneri Dirksen, a 23-year-old all-rounder, has secured her first central contract with Cricket South Africa for the 2025-26 season. All-rounder Deleme Tucker and batsman Lara Goodall were not included in the 15-player list announced on Monday. Aneri made her ODI and Test debut in 2024 and has since played two Tests and four ODIs. She also won the ICC Emerging Women’s Player of the Year award in 2024 for her impressive all-round performance. She played her first T20 International match for South Africa in January 2023.
Speaking about the latest contract list, Enoch Nkwye, CSA Executive: National Teams and High Performance, said: “We are proud to announce the Proteas Women’s contracted squad for the 2025/26 season. This group reflects the depth, talent and potential of women’s cricket in South Africa. This is a special moment for Aneri Dirksen, whose performances have been impressive and she has cemented her place in the team by earning her first national contract.”
“The continuity in this squad also recognises the team’s outstanding achievement in reaching the World Cup final for the second consecutive time, demonstrating CSA’s commitment to rewarding consistent excellence and building on the team’s recent successes on the global stage.”
“As we prepare for the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup in India next year, this squad offers the right balance of experience and youthful enthusiasm. We believe this group is fully prepared to compete at the highest level and make the country proud,” added Nkwo.
Contracted squad 2025/26: Anneke Bosz, Tazman Berts, Nadine de Klerk, Aneri Dirksen, Ayanda Hlobi, Sinalo Jafta, Marizian Kip, Iyabonga Khaka, Misbah Klaas, Sone Luce, Elise-Marie Marks, Nonkoluliko Malaba, Tommy Sekhukhone, Chloe Trian and Laura Wollvaardt.
