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Rudolph could miss third Test

South Africa's Jacques Rudolph may miss the third Test against West Indies after picking up a back injury while bowling in the nets on Friday



Jacques Rudolph: back trouble © Getty Images

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South Africa's Jacques Rudolph may miss the third Test against West Indies after picking up a back injury while bowling in the nets on Friday. Rudolph subsequently withdrew from South Africa's line-up for the two-day match against the University of West Indies Vice-Chancellor's XI near Port-of-Spain, and was replaced by Jacques Kallis.

"A decision has not been taken on his fitness," said South African selector Enver Mall, "but it is doubtful if he will play."

Boeta Dippenaar is on standby to replace Rudolph should he not be fit enough for the third Test, which starts at Bridgetown on April 21. South Africa currently lead the four-match series 1-0.

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