Kaizer Chiefs have issued an injury update on defender Rushwin Dortley ahead of Sunday’s league game against Richards Bay FC.
Kick-off at King Zwelithini Stadium is at 15:30.
Dortley has not been part of the Chiefs squad for the past three games due to a knee injury he suffered this month.
He has, so far, missed Amakhosi’s games against Magesi FC, Stellenbosch FC and Cape Town City.
Now, in a statement released on Friday, Chiefs revealed that Dortley had undergone a knee surgery which was a success.
However, Dortley’s possible return to the Chiefs setup is uncertain at this stage but the medical team is hopeful it would be soon.
The knee injury has also cost Dortley his place in the latest Bafana Bafana squad that will take on Lesotho and Benin in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers next week.
KAIZER CHIEFS UPDATE FANS ON DORTLEY’S INJURY
“Kaizer Chiefs defender Rushwin Dortley has successfully undergone knee surgery following an injury sustained during a recent league match at the beginning of the month,” reads the statement.
“The unfortunate incident left the talented player sidelined for the past three matches, against Magesi FC, Stellenbosch FC and Cape Town City.
“Dortley’s injury has also affected his international prospects. He was looking forward to representing Bafana Bafana in their upcoming World Cup qualifiers next week after making the preliminary squad list – a call-up that he will now have to sacrifice as he focuses on recovery.”
“The surgery was deemed essential to ensure a full recovery, and reports indicate it went smoothly. Amakhosi’s medical team is optimistic about Dortley’s prognosis, which is encouraging both for the player and the Club.
“While the timeline for his return remains uncertain, there is hope that he will be back on the field donning the iconic Gold & Black colours in the not too distant future,” added the statement.
“As the club rallies behind Rushwin during this challenging time, everyone wishes him a speedy recovery process and looks forward to seeing him back on the field, ready to contribute to the team’s success once again.”
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