Why Tristan Stubbs is Not in South Africa Squad for T20 World Cup 2026?

The excitement around the T20 World Cup 2026 is rising as the teams are announcing their squads for the marquee event. While India has already revealed their squad a few weeks back, England, Afghanistan and others are announcing it. As per ICC guidelines, all the teams will have to give their 15-member squad by the end of the first week of January.

Meanwhile, one of the best cricket teams in the world, South Africa, has announced their squad for the upcoming ICC event. While most of the players have retained their places, Tristan Stubbs is not included in the squad, which has sparked a lot of criticism from the fans.

Why Tristan Stubbs is Not in SA Squad for T20 World Cup 2026?

As Cricket South Africa (CSA) announced the squad, the absence of Tristan Stubbs was quite evident. He was an all-format player and was expected to be in the team for the marquee event. The reason behind Tristan Stubbs T20 World Cup 2026 snub is his recent performance in the format.

The right-handed batter hasn't collected a lot of runs in the past series, and that's why he was omitted from the squad. Tristan Stubbs replacement is Jason Smith, who is included in the squad. He is in terrific form and is expected to continue the momentum in the T20 World Cup 2026.

South Africa Squad for T20 World Cup 2026

Aiden Markram (C), Corbin Bosch, Dewald Brevis, Quinton de Kock, Tony de Zorzi, Donovan Ferreira, Marco Jansen, George Linde, Keshav Maharaj, Kwena Maphaka, David Miller, Lungi Ngidi, Anrich Nortje, Kagiso Rabada, Jason Smith.