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Nathan Ellis, Joel Davies ruled out of 3rd ODI vs South Africa with injuries

Australia face a double injury setback ahead of the final ODI in Potchefstroom, with Ellis heading home for rehabilitation and Davies sidelined by a hamstring strain.

Published: Tuesday, 29 September 2026 at 4:42 AM
Nathan Ellis, Joel Davies ruled out of 3rd ODI vs South Africa with injuries
Key Things to Know
  • Nathan Ellis and Joel Davies are ruled out of the third ODI against South Africa due to injuries.
  • Ellis sustained a left side strain during the second ODI, while Davies suffered a hamstring strain.
  • Both players are returning home to Australia for rehabilitation, with no replacements named for the final match.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Nathan Ellis and Joel Davies have been ruled out of Australia's third and final ODI against South Africa in Potchefstroom due to injuries. Ellis suffered a left side strain during the second ODI in Johannesburg, while Davies sustained a hamstring strain while fielding as a substitute in the same match. Both players will return home to Australia for rehabilitation, and no replacements have been named for the final fixture.

Ellis aims to recover in time for the home ODI series against England starting on November 13, while Davies will prepare to resume domestic cricket with New South Wales. For the upcoming match in Potchefstroom, Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc are expected to return to Australia's pace attack after being rested for the first two matches of the series.

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