Tuesday 17 December 2019 12:02, UK
Karla Pretorius returns to South Africa's squad for the Vitality Nations Cup in January as Dorette Badenhorst names a 12-player line-up for the competition.
The SPAR Proteas are returning to England, the scene of their highly-productive Netball World Cup campaign, with their prolific defender back within their ranks.
Pretorius was rested for their recent three-Test series against England in Cape Town and returns to help lead their charge.
Once again Bongi Msomi will lead take the role of captain and after stunning in Cape Town, Shadine van der Merwe's presence will cause all teams to sit up and take notice.
South Africa's opening match of the competition will see them renew an exceptional rivalry against Jamaica on January 19.
The meeting between the two sides during July's Netball World Cup was exceptional and on that day, the SPAR Proteas recorded a thrilling 55-52 victory.
After facing Jamaica, another meeting with England will follow before their final group match will be against the reigning world champions, New Zealand,
"I am looking forward to an exciting competition between top countries in the world. There are no easy games here just challenges," said head coach Badenhorst.
"There is a good vibe in the team and with Karla Pretorius back and Bongi as captain everyone can be excited."
Sky Sports is your home of netball and live action returns with the Vitality Nations Cup in January 2020. The four-nation competition starts on January 19 with England taking on the world champions New Zealand.
