Proteas captain Temba Bavuma has been ruled out of the third ODI against Ireland on Monday.

The 34-year-old sustained a soft tissue injury during the second ODI on Friday after landing on his left elbow while making ground at the non-striker’s end. The injury prevented him from fielding.

Bavuma will return home with the rest of the squad on Tuesday and will consult a specialist.

Reeza Hendricks has been called up as his replacement and will arrive in Abu Dhabi later on Sunday.

All-rounder Wiaan Mulder has returned home today due to personal reasons.

Rassie van der Dussen will captain the team on Monday.

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