Knights chief executive officer Johan van Heerden has heralded the inclusion of franchise wicketkeeper-batsman Rudi Second in the Proteas squad for October’s Test series against India.

Second is one of three uncapped players, alongside Warriors fast bowler Anrich Nortje and Dolphins spinner Senuran Muthusamy, named in the squad for three Tests.

‘It is with great excitement and joy that we have learned of the inclusion of Rudi in the Proteas Test squad that will be touring India in October this year,’ said Van Heerden.

‘We’re very happy for Rudi. He has worked extremely hard and we know that he is one of players that will do well in any venue, particularly in India.

‘We know that he will be outstanding, and he will bring great value to the team with the bat and behind the stumps.’

The 30-year-old Second is the only Knights representative in the Test squad. The T20I touring party, which was also named on Tuesday, does not include any players from the Bloemfontein-based franchise.

‘It is always nice seeing guys produced from the central region becoming Proteas material. I can’t wait to see who we produce next,’ added Van Heerden.

‘We are very excited for Rudi. He has been a great and loyal servant to cricket and we can’t wait to see his contributions in the Test series against India.’

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