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Marco Jansen leaves field with back stiffness before returning

South Africa's premier fast bowler briefly left the field with back stiffness but returned before stumps on day two.

Marco Jansen left the field after tea on day two of the second Test against South Africa with back stiffness. He returned to the field soon after leaving.

Kagiso Rabada is expected to return on day three after missing the second day with stomach cramps. South Africa lead by one run with six wickets remaining.

The injury concerns add to South Africa's challenges in a match they need to win to keep the series alive.

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