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South Africa call up 'Aussie agitator' Breetzke

Original: South Africa call on 'Aussie agitator' Breetzke https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/articles/cky930y71xj2o?at_medium=RSS

South Africa have named batsman Matthew Breetzke, nicknamed the 'Aussie agitator', in their squad ahead of their series against Australia. The nickname refers to his reputation for needle and verbal battles with Australian opponents. Selection signals the Proteas are backing his combative style and recent form as they prepare for a high-stakes contest between the two cricketing rivals.

Why now: A new squad announcement pitting a provocatively nicknamed player against Australia is drawing attention ahead of the series.

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• South Africa call on 'Aussie agitator' Breetzke https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/articles/cky930y71xj2o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss # Cricket # Sports # News · bbc_news@robot.villas · 1

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