Johannesburg, May 12 -- Cricket South Africa (CSA) have announced the 15-player squad for the upcoming ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026, set to take place in England and Wales from June 12.

The Proteas Women will be captained by Laura Wolvaardt. The squad also sees the return of fast bowler Shabnim Ismail, as South Africa go in pursuit of their maiden world title, according to the CSA media release.

The 37-year-old, who last represented the Proteas in the T20 World Cup final in Cape Town in February 2023, brings a wealth of experience, adding 113 T20I caps and a national record of 123 wickets to the group.

She will be joined by Marizanne Kapp and Dane van Niekerk, who are back after recovering from illness and a calf injury, respectively...