Back in the spin of things: Fit-again Senuran Muthusamy targets Proteas WTC defence
Proteas all-rounder Senuran Muthusamy is looking forward to getting back on the park after giving his body some time to recuperate over the winter.
South African all-rounder Senuran Muthusamy is eager to return to action after recovering from a knee injury over the winter. The 31-year-old had a standout 2025/26 season, contributing significantly with both bat and ball during the Proteas' tours to the subcontinent. Muthusamy was named Player of the Series in Pakistan after taking 11 wickets in the first Test, followed by his unbeaten 89 in the second Test.
He also scored a maiden Test century in India during the second Test in Guwahati. After returning home, Muthusamy had a successful domestic campaign, helping the Warriors win the CSA T20 Challenge title and the Sunrisers Eastern Cape secure their third Betway SA20 triumph. However, Muthusamy suffered a knee injury, which kept him from participating in the Canterbury tour.
Now, Muthusamy is back to peak fitness and will join the South Africa 'A' side to face Bangladesh 'A' in two four-day matches in Pretoria and Potchefstroom. Proteas coach Shukri Conrad will be closely monitoring Muthusamy's progress as the team prepares for a busy home Test season, which includes matches against Australia, Bangladesh, and England.
Muthusamy is optimistic about his chances of earning a spot in the side, given the highly competitive pool of spin bowlers in South African cricket.
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