Keagan Dolly's absence from TS Galaxy's clash against his former team, Kaizer Chiefs, at Mbombela Stadium raised eyebrows, as the 31-year-old had been making steady progress in his return to fitness.
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Having featured in two games prior to the match, many expected Dolly to play some role in coach Adnan Beganovic's side on what was billed as a highly anticipated encounter with Amakhosi.
However, Dolly was notably missing from the matchday squad, and no immediate explanation was given for his absence in their 1-1 draw.
Speculation around his omission was rife until further investigation by the Siya crew revealed that Dolly is nursing a suspected hamstring injury. While the injury is understood not to be serious, it has kept him out of action for the time being.
It's believed that the injury was a precautionary measure, and the club opted not to risk his fitness for the encounter against Chiefs.
Despite the setback, Dolly's condition is not a major concern, with reports suggesting that he is expected to make a swift recovery and rejoin the team in the near future. The attacker's return to full fitness is eagerly awaited, as his experience and creativity could prove vital in TS Galaxy's upcoming fixtures.
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