Pollock doubtful for second Test

Shaun Pollock is likely to miss the second Test due to a sore ankle © Getty Images

Shaun Pollock is unlikely to participate in the second Test against Zimbabwe due to an ankle problem he sustained during the series against England. His discomfort was visible in Zimbabwe's second innings of the first Test, where he bowled only five overs.

Shane Jabaar, the South African team physiotherapist, believed the Shaun's ankle would not recover in time for the Test, which begins on March 11. Supersport quoted him as saying, "Shaun will consult a specialist about his sore ankle on Wednesday, but I do not think he will play in the second Test."

Jabaar also spoke about the injuries afflicting Graeme Smith, Charl Langeveldt and AB de Villiers. "His ankle remains problematic and we are treating it," Jabaar said of Smith. "However, we need time, that is something we do not have."

But he had some good news. He confirmed that AB de Villiers did not have a broken finger and that Langeveldt's hamstring problem was recovering well. "Charl is responding well to treatment and will remain in the squad," said Jabaar. "I cannot see his injury preventing him from playing in the second Test."