CAPE TOWN — South Africa batter David Miller has set his sights on remaining available for the Proteas through the 2027 Cricket World Cup, when the tournament will be co-hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia.
Miller, 37, said in April that he remained committed to playing for South Africa in both white-ball formats after Cricket South Africa did not renew his national contract for the 2026-27 season. He said his aim, provided his fitness and playing level remained sufficient, was to be available until the 2027 World Cup.
The left-hander's comments underline his intention to pursue another ODI World Cup campaign despite uncertainty over his place in a South African side undergoing a generational transition.
Miller previously acknowledged that selection for the home tournament was not guaranteed. During South Africa's preparations for the 2027 event, he said he would need to discuss his ODI role with head coach Shukri Conrad and captain Temba Bavuma, while recognising competition from younger players.
"I feel like I can add something with my experience," Miller said in December 2025. "In terms of selection, you're never guaranteed with certain things in life."
Miller has been a significant contributor in South Africa's recent 50-over campaigns. He scored 356 runs at the 2023 World Cup in India, including a century in the semi-final defeat by Australia. He also struck a century against New Zealand in South Africa's Champions Trophy semi-final defeat in March 2025.
South Africa's selectors have meanwhile been introducing younger batters as they build toward the home World Cup. The changing personnel has increased competition for middle-order positions, with players including Matthew Breetzke and Dewald Brevis among those being developed for the 2027 tournament.
Miller's international future has also been shaped by his white-ball-only status. CSA previously gave him a hybrid contract, allowing greater flexibility to play franchise cricket while remaining available for selected international assignments. The board said such arrangements were designed to allow Miller and Rassie van der Dussen to contribute during specific bilateral tours and ICC events.
South Africa will co-host the 2027 World Cup in October and November next year. For Miller, the immediate task remains maintaining the fitness and form required to convince selectors that he can contribute to the campaign on home soil.
