Aiden Markram

Aiden Markram is a right-handed top-order batter and part-time off-spinner who returns to South Africa’s ODI squad for the three-match home series against Australia. The experienced all-rounder has been a key figure in South African cricket across formats and has previously captained the Proteas in both ODIs and T20Is. Markram was rested for the recent ODI series against Namibia but has been recalled for the Australia assignment, which begins in Durban on September 24. He brings a strong combination of technically sound batting, athletic fielding and useful off-spin to a South African side preparing for next year’s ODI World Cup.

Markram can adapt his batting according to the match situation, whether South Africa need him to build a partnership or increase the scoring rate in the middle overs. His ability to play both pace and spin makes him a versatile option in the top and middle order, while his off-spin can provide additional flexibility if the conditions favour slower bowling. He also enters the series with substantial recent white-ball experience, including a productive T20 World Cup campaign in 2026 where he scored 286 runs. With Australia’s pace attack expected to test South Africa’s batting, Markram’s ability to combine patience with attacking strokeplay could be valuable. For fantasy cricket, he offers multiple avenues for points through runs, occasional wickets and fielding contributions, making him an all-round option with plenty of involvement potential.