South Africa seamer Lungi Ngidi has been ruled out of the home test summer with a groin injury, missing series against Sri Lanka and Pakistan, while captain Temba Bavuma will have a fitness test on Monday to assess his availability.

South Africa fast-bowler Lungi Ngidi has been ruled out of the side's upcoming home series against Sri Lanka and Pakistan du

According to Cricket South Africa (CSA) statement Ngidi has sustained a groin issue which will see him miss the Test series against Sri Lanka and Pakistan. South Africa currently are fifth with four matches to go in the cycle.

South Africa's World Test Championship hopes took a significant hit as Lungi Ngidi was ruled out of their home Tests with a groin injury. With injuries already affecting key players, the Proteas face an uphill battle for the WTC final.