Dale Steyn’s Test return delayed until March end

JOHANNESBURG: In a major blow to South Africa, fast bowler Dale Steyn’s much-anticipated return has been delayed again as he has been ruled out of the third Test of the four-match series against Australia after failing to recover fully from a heel injury. After Kagiso Rabada was handed a two-Test suspension for breaching International Cricket Council Code of Conduct, Steyn was considered as a potential player to step into the void left by the 22-year-old sensation. However, it has now been confirmed that Steyn would only be considered for selection for the fourth Test at the Wanderers in Johannesburg on March 30 as he continues to recover from a heel injury. Meanwhile, South Africa skipper Faf du Plessis was not aware of Steyn’s situation, but he hopes to see the pacer fit in time for the fourth Test.