Lusanda Dumke, former South Africa women’s cricket captain, dies at 29

Former South Africa women’s rugby captain Lusanda Dumke has passed away at 29 after being diagnosed with rare gastric cancer. She earned 33 Test caps and captained the national team three times, while also leading the domestic side Bull Daisies to three consecutive Women’s Premier Division titles. Mark Alexander, president of SA Rugby, praised her as “a symbol of courage, leadership, and resilience far beyond her years.” Dumke’s contributions to the sport will be remembered.

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