Benjani Mwaruwari injury scare over. Photo: Sowetan Live
Veteran striker Benjani Mwaruwari is back in full training after a hamstring scare and will be available for selection for Bidvest Wits when they meet Platinum Stars in Sunday’s MTN8 semifinal, first-leg tie in Rustenburg.
It is a return to the venue where earlier this month Mwaruwari was forced off at half-time with a hamstring pull.
It meant that he missed the 3-0 win over Bloemfontein Celtic in the MTN8 quarterfinals.
The seasoned Zimbabwean international, who signed after a brief spell with relegated Chippa United last season, was chosen to lead Bidvest Wits’ attack this season despite the fact that he has just turned 35.
Coach Gavin Hunt raved about his ability and professional approach.
But he might find it hard to go straight back into the starting line-up after his replacement, new Ethiopian signing Getaneh Kebede, made a strong impression against Celtic, including netting a poacher’s goal.
The Students will again be without the suspended Sboniso Gumede and Denver Mukamba. Gumede serves the last game after a red card at the end of last season, while Mukamba is out after being sent off against Stars at the beginning of the month. – Sowetan Live
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